SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2114M
MIDLGB2114M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2114M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 14M |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | St. Neotts |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 14M 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 code MIDLGB2114M?
MIDLGB2114M identifies St. Neotts, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Do I need MIDLGB2114M to send euros 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 still need MIDLGB2114M.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2114M?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2114M is St. Neotts. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2114M if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.