SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2180F
MIDLGB2180F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2180F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 80F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Rishton |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 80F 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2180F?
The code MIDLGB2180F belongs to Rishton, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2180F?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2180F is Rishton. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2180F if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2180F incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2180F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2180F stand for?
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 80F identifies the department Rishton.
Do I need MIDLGB2180F to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2180F.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.