SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2183B
MIDLGB2183B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2183B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 83B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Poyle Trading Estate, Slough |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 83B 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2183B?
The code MIDLGB2183B belongs to Poyle Trading Estate, Slough, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2183B to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2183B.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2183B 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 83B is the code of the branch Poyle Trading Estate, Slough.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2183B?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2183B points to Poyle Trading Estate, Slough. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2183B if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.