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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2111W

MIDLGB2111W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2111W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2111W
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code11W
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchEast Grinstead
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.
11W 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 BIC MIDLGB2111W?

The code MIDLGB2111W belongs to East Grinstead, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2111W with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2111W with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2111W?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2111W points to East Grinstead. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2111W.

Do I need MIDLGB2111W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2111W.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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