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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2181M

MIDLGB2181M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2181M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2181M
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code81M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWimbledon Village
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
81M 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2181M?

The code MIDLGB2181M belongs to Wimbledon Village, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2181M with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2181M with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2181M?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2181M is Wimbledon Village. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2181M if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2181M 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 81M is the code of the branch Wimbledon Village.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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