SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2140G
MIDLGB2140G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2140G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 40G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | East Dulwich Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 40G 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 branch is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2140G?
MIDLGB2140G identifies East Dulwich Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2140G?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2140G is East Dulwich Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2140G.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2140G mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 40G identifies the branch East Dulwich Branch.
Do I need MIDLGB2140G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2140G.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2140G incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2140G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.