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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2125J

MIDLGB2125J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2125J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2125J
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code25J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCheam 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.
25J 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 MIDLGB2125J?

MIDLGB2125J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cheam Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2125J?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2125J is Cheam Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2125J if the recipient asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

Do I need MIDLGB2125J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2125J.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

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

What happens if I use MIDLGB2125J incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2125J with the recipient before you confirm.

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