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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2180O

MIDLGB2180O belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2180O

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2180O
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code80O
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchStamford Bridge
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
80O 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/BIC code MIDLGB2180O?

MIDLGB2180O identifies Stamford Bridge, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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.

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.

Do I need MIDLGB2180O to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2180O.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2180O?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2180O is Stamford Bridge. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2180O.

What does each part of MIDLGB2180O stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 80O identifies the department Stamford Bridge.

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