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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2111M

MIDLGB2111M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2111M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2111M
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code11M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchEdinburgh, Hanover Street
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.
11M 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2111M?

MIDLGB2111M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edinburgh, Hanover Street, 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 use MIDLGB2111M with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2111M against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2111M?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2111M is Edinburgh, Hanover Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2111M if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What does each part of MIDLGB2111M mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 11M identifies the branch Edinburgh, Hanover Street.

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