SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2183X
MIDLGB2183X belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2183X |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 83X |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bovey Tracey |
| City | Bovey Tracey |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 83X 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2183X?
MIDLGB2183X is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bovey Tracey, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2183X mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 83X identifies the branch Bovey Tracey.
Do I need MIDLGB2183X to send euros 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. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2183X.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2183X?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2183X points to Bovey Tracey. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2183X.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2183X incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2183X against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.