SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2108T

MIDLGB2108T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2108T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2108T
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code08T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBroad Street Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
08T 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

Which branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2108T?

The code MIDLGB2108T belongs to Broad Street Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2108T incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2108T against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

What does each part of MIDLGB2108T mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 08T is the code of the department Broad Street Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2108T?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2108T points to Broad Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2108T if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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