SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2184O
MIDLGB2184O belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2184O |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 84O |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Connah's Quay |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 84O 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 BIC MIDLGB2184O?
MIDLGB2184O identifies Connah's Quay, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2184O stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 84O identifies the department Connah's Quay.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2184O to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2184O.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2184O?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2184O points to Connah's Quay. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2184O if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2184O incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2184O with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.