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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2146K

MIDLGB2146K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2146K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2146K
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code46K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchMold Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
46K 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 MIDLGB2146K?

MIDLGB2146K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mold Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2146K 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 46K identifies the branch Mold Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2146K?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2146K is Mold Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2146K if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need MIDLGB2146K to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2146K.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. 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.