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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2128K

MIDLGB2128K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2128K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2128K
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code28K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchDartford Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
28K 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2128K?

MIDLGB2128K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dartford Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2128K with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2128K with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2128K stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 28K identifies the department Dartford Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2128K?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2128K points to Dartford Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2128K if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need MIDLGB2128K to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2128K.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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