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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2104U

MIDLGB2104U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2104U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2104U
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code04U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCloth Hall Street Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
04U 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 branch uses BIC MIDLGB2104U?

MIDLGB2104U identifies Cloth Hall Street Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2104U with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2104U with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of MIDLGB2104U stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 04U identifies the department Cloth Hall Street Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2104U?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2104U points to Cloth Hall Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2104U if the recipient asks for it.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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