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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2109L

MIDLGB2109L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2109L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2109L
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code09L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchUxbridge
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.
09L 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2109L?

MIDLGB2109L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Uxbridge, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

What do the letters in MIDLGB2109L stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 09L is the code of the department Uxbridge.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2109L?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2109L points to Uxbridge. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2109L if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need MIDLGB2109L to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2109L.

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