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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2129J

MIDLGB2129J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2129J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2129J
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code29J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchDover 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.
29J 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 branch uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2129J?

MIDLGB2129J identifies Dover Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of MIDLGB2129J mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 29J is the code of the department Dover Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2129J?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2129J is Dover Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2129J if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2129J with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2129J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.

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