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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2180D

MIDLGB2180D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2180D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2180D
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code80D
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPreston, Plungington Road
CityPreston
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.
80D 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 MIDLGB2180D?

The code MIDLGB2180D belongs to Preston, Plungington Road, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2180D with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2180D with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of MIDLGB2180D mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 80D identifies the department Preston, Plungington Road.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2180D?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2180D is Preston, Plungington Road. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2180D.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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