SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2130C

MIDLGB2130C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2130C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2130C
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code30C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchEbbw Vale 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.
30C 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/BIC code MIDLGB2130C?

The code MIDLGB2130C belongs to Ebbw Vale Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2130C mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 30C identifies the branch Ebbw Vale Branch.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2130C with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2130C against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need MIDLGB2130C 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. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2130C.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

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

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