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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2130U

MIDLGB2130U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2130U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2130U
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code30U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchExeter, St Thomas Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
30U 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

What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2130U?

MIDLGB2130U identifies Exeter, St Thomas Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2130U to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2130U.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2130U stand for?

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 30U identifies the department Exeter, St Thomas Branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2130U incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2130U with the recipient before sending.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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. 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.