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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2188F

MIDLGB2188F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2188F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2188F
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code88F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchRsc-e Re Dwp State Retirement Pensions
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
88F 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2188F?

The code MIDLGB2188F belongs to Rsc-e Re Dwp State Retirement Pensions, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2188F incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2188F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

What does each part of MIDLGB2188F mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 88F is the code of the department Rsc-e Re Dwp State Retirement Pensions.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks 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.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2188F?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2188F is Rsc-e Re Dwp State Retirement Pensions. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2188F 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.