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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2135F

MIDLGB2135F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2135F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2135F
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code35F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSt Ives, Cambridgeshire 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.
35F 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2135F?

MIDLGB2135F is the SWIFT/BIC code of St Ives, Cambridgeshire Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of MIDLGB2135F stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 35F identifies the branch St Ives, Cambridgeshire Branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Do I need MIDLGB2135F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2135F.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2135F?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2135F is St Ives, Cambridgeshire Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2135F 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.