SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2188A
MIDLGB2188A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2188A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 88A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Grove Park |
| 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.
- 88A 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2188A?
MIDLGB2188A identifies Grove Park, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2188A with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2188A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2188A 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 88A is the code of the department Grove Park.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2188A?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2188A is Grove Park. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2188A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.