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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2120V

MIDLGB2120V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2120V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2120V
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code20V
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBoreham Wood Elstree Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
20V 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 MIDLGB2120V?

MIDLGB2120V identifies Boreham Wood Elstree Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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 do the letters in MIDLGB2120V stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 20V identifies the department Boreham Wood Elstree Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2120V?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2120V points to Boreham Wood Elstree Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2120V.

Do I need MIDLGB2120V for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2120V.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

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

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