SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2130E
MIDLGB2130E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2130E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 30E |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Eccleshall Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 30E 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2130E?
MIDLGB2130E identifies Eccleshall Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2130E incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2130E with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of MIDLGB2130E 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 30E identifies the department Eccleshall Branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2130E?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2130E points to Eccleshall Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2130E if the recipient asks for it.
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.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.