SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2110B

MIDLGB2110B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2110B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2110B
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code10B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCity Centre, Plymouth
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
10B 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 bank is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2110B?

MIDLGB2110B identifies City Centre, Plymouth, 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.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2110B to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2110B.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2110B incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2110B with the recipient before sending.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2110B stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 10B is the code of the branch City Centre, Plymouth.

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