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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2132G

MIDLGB2132G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2132G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2132G
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code32G
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchGosport, High Street Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
32G 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2132G?

MIDLGB2132G is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gosport, High Street Branch, part 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 MIDLGB2132G incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2132G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

What does each part of MIDLGB2132G mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 32G identifies the branch Gosport, High Street Branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2132G to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2132G.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2132G?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2132G points to Gosport, High Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2132G if the recipient asks for it.

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