SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGGS101B

MIDLGGS101B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in St. Martin, Guernsey.

MIDLGGS101B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGGS101B
8-character codeMIDLGGS1
Branch code01B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSt Martin
CitySt. Martin
CountryGuernsey

The way 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.
GG Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
S1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
01B 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code MIDLGGS101B?

MIDLGGS101B identifies St Martin, part of HSBC Bank PLC in St. Martin, Guernsey. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 6 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in Guernsey, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Bank PLC?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGGS101B, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Guernsey uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

What do the letters in MIDLGGS101B mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GG stands for Guernsey, S1 is the code for the city or region and 01B identifies the branch St Martin.

What happens if I use MIDLGGS101B incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGGS101B 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.