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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2130H

MIDLGB2130H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2130H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2130H
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code30H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchEgremont, Cumbria Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
30H 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 MIDLGB2130H?

MIDLGB2130H is the SWIFT/BIC code of Egremont, Cumbria 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 is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2130H mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 30H is the code of the branch Egremont, Cumbria Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2130H?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2130H points to Egremont, Cumbria Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2130H if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers 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.