SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2184D
MIDLGB2184D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2184D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 84D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bristol, Henleaze Road |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 84D 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2184D?
MIDLGB2184D is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bristol, Henleaze Road, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2184D with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2184D against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2184D mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 84D identifies the branch Bristol, Henleaze Road.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2184D?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2184D points to Bristol, Henleaze Road. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2184D if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need MIDLGB2184D to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2184D.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.