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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2111J

MIDLGB2111J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2111J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2111J
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code11J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWindsor, High Street
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
11J 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 BIC MIDLGB2111J?

The code MIDLGB2111J belongs to Windsor, High Street, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2111J incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2111J with the recipient before sending.

What is the best 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 MIDLGB2111J 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 11J is the code of the branch Windsor, High Street.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2111J?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2111J is Windsor, High Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2111J.

Do I need MIDLGB2111J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2111J.

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