SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2132J
MIDLGB2132J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2132J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 32J |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Gravesend Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 32J 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/BIC code MIDLGB2132J?
The code MIDLGB2132J belongs to Gravesend Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2132J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2132J.
What does each part of MIDLGB2132J 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 32J identifies the department Gravesend Branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2132J?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2132J points to Gravesend Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2132J 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.