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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2112L

MIDLGB2112L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2112L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2112L
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code12L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchStockport
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
12L 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2112L?

MIDLGB2112L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Stockport, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2112L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2112L.

What does each part of MIDLGB2112L stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 12L identifies the branch Stockport.

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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2112L?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2112L points to Stockport. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2112L.

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