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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2118D

MIDLGB2118D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2118D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2118D
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code18D
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBeaconsfield Branch
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.
18D 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 BIC MIDLGB2118D?

MIDLGB2118D is the SWIFT/BIC code of Beaconsfield Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2118D 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 18D is the code of the department Beaconsfield Branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2118D incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2118D with the recipient before sending.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2118D?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2118D points to Beaconsfield Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2118D if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2118D to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2118D.

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