SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2145C
MIDLGB2145C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2145C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 45C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | March Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 45C 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2145C?
The code MIDLGB2145C belongs to March 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 does each part of MIDLGB2145C stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 45C identifies the department March Branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2145C to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2145C.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2145C with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2145C against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.