SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2187S
MIDLGB2187S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2187S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 87S |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cambridge City Office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 87S 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 MIDLGB2187S?
The code MIDLGB2187S belongs to Cambridge City Office, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2187S mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 87S identifies the branch Cambridge City Office.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2187S with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2187S against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2187S to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2187S.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2187S?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2187S is Cambridge City Office. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2187S if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.