SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2106F
MIDLGB2106F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2106F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 06F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ealing Broadway Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 06F 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2106F?
The code MIDLGB2106F belongs to Ealing Broadway Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of MIDLGB2106F mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 06F identifies the department Ealing Broadway Branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2106F with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2106F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need MIDLGB2106F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2106F.
What is the cheapest 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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.