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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2140T

MIDLGB2140T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2140T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2140T
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code40T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchGreenwich 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.
40T 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2140T?

The code MIDLGB2140T belongs to Greenwich Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Do I need MIDLGB2140T to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2140T.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2140T?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2140T is Greenwich Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2140T.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2140T with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2140T with the recipient before you confirm.

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