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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2125E

MIDLGB2125E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2125E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2125E
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code25E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchChalfont St Peter Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
25E 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 MIDLGB2125E?

MIDLGB2125E identifies Chalfont St Peter Branch, a unit 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 enter MIDLGB2125E incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2125E with the recipient before sending.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.

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

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

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2125E?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2125E points to Chalfont St Peter Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2125E.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2125E stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 25E is the code of the branch Chalfont St Peter Branch.

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