SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2109B
MIDLGB2109B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2109B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 09B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Church Street Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 09B 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 MIDLGB2109B?
MIDLGB2109B identifies Church 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.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2109B mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 09B identifies the branch Church Street Branch.
Do I need MIDLGB2109B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2109B.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2109B with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2109B with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2109B?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2109B is Church Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2109B if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.