SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGGS1XXX

MIDLGGS1XXX belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in St. Peter Port, Guernsey.

MIDLGGS1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGGS1XXX
8-character codeMIDLGGS1
Branch codeXXX
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHead office
CitySt. Peter Port
CountryGuernsey

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.
XXX 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 uses BIC MIDLGGS1XXX?

MIDLGGS1XXX identifies the head office of HSBC Bank PLC in St. Peter Port, Guernsey. Use it when a payment to HSBC Bank PLC does not need a specific branch.

Are MIDLGGS1 and MIDLGGS1XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. MIDLGGS1 is the 8-character version of MIDLGGS1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach HSBC Bank PLC in St. Peter Port.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

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 6 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in Guernsey. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter MIDLGGS1XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGGS1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

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

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

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