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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2181A

MIDLGB2181A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2181A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2181A
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code81A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWinterton
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
81A 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 MIDLGB2181A?

MIDLGB2181A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Winterton, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2181A?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2181A is Winterton. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2181A.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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.

Do I need MIDLGB2181A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2181A.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2181A incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2181A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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