SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2123V

MIDLGB2123V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2123V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2123V
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code23V
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCamberley 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.
23V 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

What bank uses BIC MIDLGB2123V?

MIDLGB2123V identifies Camberley 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.

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, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2123V mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 23V identifies the department Camberley Branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2123V to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2123V.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2123V?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2123V points to Camberley Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2123V.

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