SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2120M

MIDLGB2120M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2120M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2120M
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code20M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBloxwich Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
20M 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2120M?

The code MIDLGB2120M belongs to Bloxwich Branch, 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 MIDLGB2120M to send euros 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 do need MIDLGB2120M.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2120M incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2120M against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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