SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2137W
MIDLGB2137W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2137W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 37W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Leigh-On-Sea Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 37W 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 SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2137W?
MIDLGB2137W is the SWIFT/BIC code of Leigh-On-Sea 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 does each part of MIDLGB2137W stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 37W identifies the branch Leigh-On-Sea Branch.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2137W incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2137W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need MIDLGB2137W to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2137W.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2137W?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2137W is Leigh-On-Sea Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2137W 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.