SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2183Z

MIDLGB2183Z belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2183Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2183Z
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code83Z
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBridgend Industrial Trading Estate
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
83Z 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 MIDLGB2183Z?

MIDLGB2183Z is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bridgend Industrial Trading Estate, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2183Z?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2183Z is Bridgend Industrial Trading Estate. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2183Z.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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 use MIDLGB2183Z incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2183Z with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2183Z stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 83Z identifies the branch Bridgend Industrial Trading Estate.

Do I need MIDLGB2183Z to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2183Z.

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