SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2188R
MIDLGB2188R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2188R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 88R |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Stoke Commercial Centre |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 88R 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 SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2188R?
MIDLGB2188R identifies Stoke Commercial Centre, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2188R 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 88R identifies the department Stoke Commercial Centre.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2188R?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2188R points to Stoke Commercial Centre. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2188R if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often 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.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2188R incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2188R against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.