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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2136V

MIDLGB2136V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2136V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2136V
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code36V
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSoutham Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
36V 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 MIDLGB2136V?

The code MIDLGB2136V belongs to Southam Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of MIDLGB2136V 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 36V identifies the branch Southam Branch.

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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need MIDLGB2136V to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2136V.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2136V?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2136V points to Southam Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2136V.

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