SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2143N
MIDLGB2143N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2143N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 43N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Long Eaton Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 43N 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 code MIDLGB2143N?
MIDLGB2143N identifies Long Eaton Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2143N?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2143N points to Long Eaton Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2143N if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2143N incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2143N with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of MIDLGB2143N mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 43N is the code of the branch Long Eaton Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.