SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2186C
MIDLGB2186C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2186C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 86C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Plymouth, Crownhill |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 86C 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2186C?
MIDLGB2186C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Plymouth, Crownhill, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2186C?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2186C is Plymouth, Crownhill. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2186C.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2186C to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2186C.
What does each part of MIDLGB2186C mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 86C is the code of the branch Plymouth, Crownhill.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.