SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2145T
MIDLGB2145T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2145T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 45T |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Melton Mowbray Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 45T 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 code MIDLGB2145T?
MIDLGB2145T identifies Melton Mowbray 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.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2145T?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2145T is Melton Mowbray Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2145T if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2145T mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 45T is the code of the branch Melton Mowbray Branch.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2145T with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2145T against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.