SWIFT/BIC code MIDLIM21XXX
MIDLIM21XXX belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Douglas, Isle of Man.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLIM21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLIM21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Douglas |
| Country | Isle of Man |
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.
- IM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 SWIFT code MIDLIM21XXX?
MIDLIM21XXX identifies the head office of HSBC Bank PLC in Douglas, Isle of Man. Use it when a payment to HSBC Bank PLC does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in Isle of Man?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is MIDLIM21 and MIDLIM21XXX the same code?
Yes. MIDLIM21 is the 8-character version of MIDLIM21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to HSBC Bank PLC in Douglas.
What happens if I enter MIDLIM21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLIM21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, MIDLIM21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for HSBC Bank PLC in Isle of Man, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in MIDLIM21XXX mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, IM stands for Isle of Man, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.