SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2105L

MIDLGB2105L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2105L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2105L
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code05L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBelsize Park Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
05L 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2105L?

MIDLGB2105L identifies Belsize Park Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2105L mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 05L is the code of the branch Belsize Park Branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2105L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2105L.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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