SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2112A
MIDLGB2112A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2112A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 12A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Glasgow, City Office |
| 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.
- 12A 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2112A?
MIDLGB2112A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Glasgow, City Office, 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.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2112A with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2112A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Do I need MIDLGB2112A to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2112A.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2112A?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2112A is Glasgow, City Office. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2112A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.