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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2104T

MIDLGB2104T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2104T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2104T
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code04T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHitchin
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

MIDL Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
04T Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which bank is behind BIC MIDLGB2104T?

MIDLGB2104T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hitchin, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2104T incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2104T with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2104T mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 04T identifies the department Hitchin.

Do I need MIDLGB2104T to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2104T.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.