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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB21SME

MIDLGB21SME belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB21SME

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB21SME
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch codeSME
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBusiness Internet Banking
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
SME 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB21SME?

MIDLGB21SME is the SWIFT/BIC code of Business Internet Banking, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB21SME?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB21SME points to Business Internet Banking. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB21SME if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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 MIDLGB21SME incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB21SME against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.