SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2106V
MIDLGB2106V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2106V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 06V |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Kensington High Street Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 06V 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 MIDLGB2106V?
MIDLGB2106V identifies Kensington High Street Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2106V with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2106V with the recipient before sending.
Do I need MIDLGB2106V to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2106V.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2106V?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2106V points to Kensington High Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2106V.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.