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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2124T

MIDLGB2124T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2124T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2124T
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code24T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLongtown Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
24T 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 SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2124T?

MIDLGB2124T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Longtown Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2124T to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2124T.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2124T?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2124T points to Longtown Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2124T.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2124T incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2124T against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

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