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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2182M

MIDLGB2182M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2182M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2182M
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code82M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchFrimley
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
82M 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/BIC code MIDLGB2182M?

MIDLGB2182M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Frimley, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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 MIDLGB2182M mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 82M is the code of the department Frimley.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2182M?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2182M is Frimley. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2182M.

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

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

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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