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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2185E

MIDLGB2185E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Caernarfon, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2185E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2185E
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code85E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLlanberis
CityCaernarfon
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.
85E 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 BIC MIDLGB2185E?

MIDLGB2185E identifies Llanberis, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Caernarfon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2185E?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2185E points to Llanberis. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2185E if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2185E mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 85E identifies the department Llanberis.

Do I need MIDLGB2185E 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 do need MIDLGB2185E.

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