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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2125D

MIDLGB2125D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2125D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2125D
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code25D
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchChadwell Heath 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.
25D 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2125D?

MIDLGB2125D identifies Chadwell Heath Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2125D with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2125D with the recipient before sending.

Do I need MIDLGB2125D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2125D.

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.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2125D?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2125D is Chadwell Heath Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2125D if the recipient asks for it.

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