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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2181D

MIDLGB2181D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2181D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2181D
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code81D
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchYork, Haxby
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.
81D 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/BIC code MIDLGB2181D?

The code MIDLGB2181D belongs to York, Haxby, 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 MIDLGB2181D?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2181D points to York, Haxby. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2181D if the recipient asks for it.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2181D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2181D.

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 does each part of MIDLGB2181D mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 81D identifies the department York, Haxby.

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