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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2108H

MIDLGB2108H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2108H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2108H
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code08H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchNewbury
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.
08H 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2108H?

MIDLGB2108H identifies Newbury, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2108H?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2108H is Newbury. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2108H if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2108H with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2108H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

What does each part of MIDLGB2108H 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 08H is the code of the branch Newbury.

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