SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2105W
MIDLGB2105W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2105W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 05W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chiswick High Road, 2 Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 05W 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2105W?
MIDLGB2105W is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chiswick High Road, 2 Branch, 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 is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2105W mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 05W identifies the department Chiswick High Road, 2 Branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2105W?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2105W is Chiswick High Road, 2 Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2105W.
Do I need MIDLGB2105W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2105W.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.