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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2108S

MIDLGB2108S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2108S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2108S
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code08S
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchFishergate Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
08S 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 MIDLGB2108S?

MIDLGB2108S identifies Fishergate Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2108S incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2108S against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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 MIDLGB2108S?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2108S is Fishergate Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2108S if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2108S mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 08S identifies the branch Fishergate Branch.

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