SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2111L
MIDLGB2111L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2111L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 11L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Milton Keynes, Silbury Court |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 11L 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 MIDLGB2111L?
MIDLGB2111L identifies Milton Keynes, Silbury Court, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2111L incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2111L with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2111L stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 11L identifies the department Milton Keynes, Silbury Court.
Do I need MIDLGB2111L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2111L.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2111L?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2111L is Milton Keynes, Silbury Court. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2111L if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.