SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2185T
MIDLGB2185T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2185T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 85T |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ogmore Vale |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 85T 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2185T?
The code MIDLGB2185T belongs to Ogmore Vale, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2185T mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 85T is the code of the department Ogmore Vale.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2185T with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2185T with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2185T?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2185T is Ogmore Vale. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2185T if the recipient asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.