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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2134T

MIDLGB2134T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2134T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2134T
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code34T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHornsea 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.
34T 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 code MIDLGB2134T?

The code MIDLGB2134T belongs to Hornsea Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of MIDLGB2134T 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 34T is the code of the department Hornsea Branch.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2134T with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2134T with the recipient before sending.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2134T?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2134T points to Hornsea Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2134T if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need MIDLGB2134T to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2134T.

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