SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2188H
MIDLGB2188H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2188H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 88H |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Rsc-e Re Dwp Child Support Agency |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 88H 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 MIDLGB2188H?
MIDLGB2188H is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rsc-e Re Dwp Child Support Agency, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of MIDLGB2188H 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 88H is the code of the department Rsc-e Re Dwp Child Support Agency.
Do I need MIDLGB2188H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2188H.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2188H?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2188H is Rsc-e Re Dwp Child Support Agency. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2188H 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.