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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2118M

MIDLGB2118M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2118M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2118M
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code18M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBetws-y-Coed Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
18M 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 BIC MIDLGB2118M?

MIDLGB2118M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Betws-y-Coed Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need MIDLGB2118M for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2118M.

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 1–3 business days.

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 happens if I use MIDLGB2118M incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2118M with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2118M?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2118M is Betws-y-Coed Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2118M.

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