SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2140H
MIDLGB2140H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2140H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 40H |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | East Ham Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 40H 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/BIC code MIDLGB2140H?
The code MIDLGB2140H belongs to East Ham Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2140H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2140H.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2140H?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2140H points to East Ham Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2140H if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2140H mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 40H is the code of the branch East Ham Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.