SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2106J
MIDLGB2106J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2106J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 06J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Finsbury Pavement Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 06J 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 BIC MIDLGB2106J?
MIDLGB2106J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Finsbury Pavement Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2106J to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2106J.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2106J with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2106J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
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 do the letters in MIDLGB2106J stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 06J identifies the branch Finsbury Pavement Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.