SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2134R
MIDLGB2134R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2134R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 34R |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hornchurch Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 34R 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 branch is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2134R?
MIDLGB2134R identifies Hornchurch Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2134R stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 34R identifies the department Hornchurch Branch.
Do I need MIDLGB2134R to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2134R.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2134R?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2134R is Hornchurch Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2134R if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.