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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2180T

MIDLGB2180T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2180T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2180T
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code80T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchThurnscoe
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
80T 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 bank uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2180T?

MIDLGB2180T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Thurnscoe, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2180T to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2180T.

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.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2180T incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2180T with the recipient before sending.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2180T?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2180T points to Thurnscoe. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2180T.

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