SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2144N
MIDLGB2144N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2144N |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 44N |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Malvern 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.
- 44N 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2144N?
MIDLGB2144N is the SWIFT/BIC code of Malvern Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2144N incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2144N against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2144N?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2144N is Malvern Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2144N if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2144N stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 44N is the code of the branch Malvern Branch.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.