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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2142A

MIDLGB2142A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2142A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2142A
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code42A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPutney Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
42A 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/BIC code MIDLGB2142A?

The code MIDLGB2142A belongs to Putney Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2142A incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2142A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Do I need MIDLGB2142A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2142A.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

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

What do the letters in MIDLGB2142A mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 42A is the code of the department Putney Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2142A?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2142A points to Putney Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2142A 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.