SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2124A

MIDLGB2124A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2124A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2124A
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code24A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCambridge, Chesterton Road Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
24A 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 BIC MIDLGB2124A?

MIDLGB2124A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cambridge, Chesterton Road 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.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

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

What do the letters in MIDLGB2124A stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 24A identifies the branch Cambridge, Chesterton Road Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2124A?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2124A points to Cambridge, Chesterton Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2124A if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2124A incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2124A with the recipient before you confirm.

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