SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2114G

MIDLGB2114G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2114G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2114G
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code14G
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHorsham
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.
14G 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 MIDLGB2114G?

The code MIDLGB2114G belongs to Horsham, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2114G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2114G.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2114G?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2114G is Horsham. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2114G if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2114G incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2114G with the recipient before you confirm.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.