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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2108E

MIDLGB2108E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2108E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2108E
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code08E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchMaidstone
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
08E 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 MIDLGB2108E?

MIDLGB2108E is the SWIFT/BIC code of Maidstone, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of MIDLGB2108E stand for?

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 08E is the code of the branch Maidstone.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2108E?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2108E is Maidstone. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2108E if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2108E with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2108E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

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