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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2112K

MIDLGB2112K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2112K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2112K
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code12K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchEsher
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
12K 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 MIDLGB2112K?

The code MIDLGB2112K belongs to Esher, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2112K?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2112K is Esher. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2112K if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need MIDLGB2112K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2112K.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What does each part of MIDLGB2112K mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 12K identifies the branch Esher.

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