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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2132E

MIDLGB2132E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2132E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2132E
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code32E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchGorleston-On-Sea Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
32E 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 MIDLGB2132E?

The code MIDLGB2132E belongs to Gorleston-On-Sea Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2132E?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2132E is Gorleston-On-Sea Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2132E if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2132E with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2132E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Do I need MIDLGB2132E for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2132E.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

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