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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2127V

MIDLGB2127V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2127V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2127V
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code27V
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCrediton 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.
27V 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2127V?

The code MIDLGB2127V belongs to Crediton Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2127V for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2127V.

What does each part of MIDLGB2127V stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 27V identifies the branch Crediton Branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2127V with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2127V against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2127V?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2127V points to Crediton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2127V.

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