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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2110N

MIDLGB2110N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2110N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2110N
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code10N
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSwindon Civic Centre
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.
10N 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 SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2110N?

MIDLGB2110N identifies Swindon Civic Centre, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2110N mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 10N identifies the branch Swindon Civic Centre.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2110N?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2110N is Swindon Civic Centre. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2110N if the recipient asks for it.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2110N to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2110N.

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

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

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