SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2182F
MIDLGB2182F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in East Wittering, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2182F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 82F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | East Wittering |
| City | East Wittering |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 82F 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 BIC MIDLGB2182F?
The code MIDLGB2182F belongs to East Wittering, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in East Wittering, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2182F with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2182F with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need MIDLGB2182F for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2182F.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2182F stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 82F is the code of the department East Wittering.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2182F?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2182F is East Wittering. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2182F.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.