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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2123P

MIDLGB2123P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2123P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2123P
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code23P
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBuxton 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.
23P 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2123P?

The code MIDLGB2123P belongs to Buxton Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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 do the letters in MIDLGB2123P mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 23P identifies the department Buxton Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2123P?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2123P is Buxton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2123P if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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