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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2146V

MIDLGB2146V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2146V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2146V
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code46V
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchNeath Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
46V 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2146V?

MIDLGB2146V is the SWIFT/BIC code of Neath Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2146V with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2146V against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2146V?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2146V points to Neath Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2146V.

Do I need MIDLGB2146V to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2146V.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2146V mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 46V identifies the department Neath Branch.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.