SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2125C
MIDLGB2125C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2125C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 25C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Caterham Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 25C 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2125C?
The code MIDLGB2125C belongs to Caterham Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.
What does each part of MIDLGB2125C mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 25C identifies the department Caterham Branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2125C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2125C.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2125C?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2125C points to Caterham Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2125C.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.