SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2118P

MIDLGB2118P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2118P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2118P
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code18P
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBewdley Branch
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.
18P 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 SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2118P?

MIDLGB2118P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bewdley Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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 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.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2118P 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 18P is the code of the branch Bewdley Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2118P?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2118P is Bewdley Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2118P.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2118P with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2118P 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.