SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2186K
MIDLGB2186K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in St. Asaph, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2186K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 86K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | St. Asaph |
| City | St. Asaph |
| 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.
- 86K 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 branch uses BIC MIDLGB2186K?
The code MIDLGB2186K belongs to St. Asaph, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in St. Asaph, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
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.
Do I need MIDLGB2186K for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2186K.
What does each part of MIDLGB2186K mean?
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 86K identifies the department St. Asaph.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2186K?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2186K is St. Asaph. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2186K.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.