SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2141C
MIDLGB2141C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2141C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 41C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Kentish Town 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.
- 41C 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2141C?
MIDLGB2141C identifies Kentish Town Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2141C?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2141C points to Kentish Town Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2141C if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2141C stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 41C is the code of the department Kentish Town Branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2141C to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2141C.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.