SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2108U
MIDLGB2108U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2108U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 08U |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Redditch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 08U 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 BIC MIDLGB2108U?
MIDLGB2108U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Redditch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2108U incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2108U with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2108U for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2108U.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2108U stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 08U is the code of the department Redditch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.