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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2131L

MIDLGB2131L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2131L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2131L
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code31L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchFolkestone, Cheriton 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.
31L 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 BIC MIDLGB2131L?

MIDLGB2131L identifies Folkestone, Cheriton Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2131L mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 31L is the code of the department Folkestone, Cheriton Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2131L?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2131L is Folkestone, Cheriton Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2131L.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2131L with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2131L with the recipient 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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