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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2136R

MIDLGB2136R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2136R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2136R
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code36R
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLancaster Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
36R 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 BIC MIDLGB2136R?

The code MIDLGB2136R belongs to Lancaster Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2136R?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2136R is Lancaster Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2136R if the recipient asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Many banks add several percent 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 MIDLGB2136R 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 36R identifies the branch Lancaster Branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2136R with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2136R against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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