SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2109P
MIDLGB2109P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2109P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 09P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | High Street Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 09P 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 BIC MIDLGB2109P?
MIDLGB2109P is the SWIFT/BIC code of High Street Branch, 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 more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2109P?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2109P points to High Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2109P.
What does each part of MIDLGB2109P 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 09P is the code of the branch High Street Branch.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2109P incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2109P with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.