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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2125M

MIDLGB2125M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2125M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2125M
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code25M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchChesham Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
25M 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/BIC code MIDLGB2125M?

The code MIDLGB2125M belongs to Chesham Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2125M mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 25M is the code of the department Chesham Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2125M?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2125M is Chesham Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2125M if the recipient asks for it.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2125M incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2125M against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Do I need MIDLGB2125M for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2125M.

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