SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2187O
MIDLGB2187O belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2187O |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 87O |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Centrally Managed Acc Unit-Cmau2 |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 87O 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2187O?
MIDLGB2187O identifies Centrally Managed Acc Unit-Cmau2, 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 do the letters in MIDLGB2187O 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 87O identifies the branch Centrally Managed Acc Unit-Cmau2.
Do I need MIDLGB2187O for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2187O.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2187O with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2187O with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.