SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2184B
MIDLGB2184B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2184B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 84B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bristol, Bishopston |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 84B 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2184B?
MIDLGB2184B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bristol, Bishopston, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2184B mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 84B is the code of the branch Bristol, Bishopston.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need MIDLGB2184B to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2184B.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.