SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2112M
MIDLGB2112M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2112M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 12M |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Barnsley |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 12M 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2112M?
MIDLGB2112M identifies Barnsley, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2112M?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2112M is Barnsley. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2112M.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
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.
What does each part of MIDLGB2112M stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 12M identifies the branch Barnsley.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2112M with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2112M against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.