SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2142D
MIDLGB2142D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2142D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 42D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Rochester Row 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.
- 42D 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 bank is behind BIC MIDLGB2142D?
MIDLGB2142D is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rochester Row 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.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2142D with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2142D with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2142D to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2142D.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2142D?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2142D points to Rochester Row Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2142D if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.