SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2122A
MIDLGB2122A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2122A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 22A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Brighton, Western Road Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 22A 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 code MIDLGB2122A?
The code MIDLGB2122A belongs to Brighton, Western Road Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2122A?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2122A is Brighton, Western Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2122A.
Do I need MIDLGB2122A to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2122A.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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 MIDLGB2122A mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 22A is the code of the branch Brighton, Western Road Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.