SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGGS101C
MIDLGGS101C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in St. Sampson, Guernsey.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGGS101C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGGS1 |
| Branch code | 01C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | St Sampson |
| City | St. Sampson |
| Country | Guernsey |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 01C 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 code MIDLGGS101C?
MIDLGGS101C identifies St Sampson, part of HSBC Bank PLC in St. Sampson, Guernsey. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in Guernsey?
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.
What happens if I use MIDLGGS101C incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGGS101C with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in Guernsey?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in MIDLGGS101C mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GG is the ISO code of Guernsey, S1 is the location code and 01C is the code of the department St Sampson.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.