SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2186D

MIDLGB2186D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2186D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2186D
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code86D
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPembroke Dock
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
86D 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 MIDLGB2186D?

The code MIDLGB2186D belongs to Pembroke Dock, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2186D incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2186D against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Do I need MIDLGB2186D for a euro transfer 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 MIDLGB2186D.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What does each part of MIDLGB2186D stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 86D identifies the department Pembroke Dock.

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