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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2148F

MIDLGB2148F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2148F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2148F
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code48F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPetts Wood Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
48F 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 branch uses BIC MIDLGB2148F?

MIDLGB2148F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Petts Wood Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2148F incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2148F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of MIDLGB2148F 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 48F identifies the department Petts Wood Branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2148F?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2148F points to Petts Wood Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2148F if the recipient asks for it.

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