SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2180A
MIDLGB2180A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2180A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 80A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Padgate |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 80A 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2180A?
MIDLGB2180A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Padgate, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2180A mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 80A is the code of the branch Padgate.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2180A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2180A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2180A?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2180A is Padgate. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2180A if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2180A for a euro transfer 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 still need MIDLGB2180A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.