SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2124U

MIDLGB2124U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2124U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2124U
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code24U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSilloth 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.
24U 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 MIDLGB2124U?

MIDLGB2124U identifies Silloth 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.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2124U stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 24U is the code of the branch Silloth Branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2124U incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2124U with the recipient before sending.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2124U?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2124U points to Silloth Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2124U if the recipient asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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