SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2105U
MIDLGB2105U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2105U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 05U |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Chelsea, Fulham Road 315 Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 05U 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 branch uses BIC MIDLGB2105U?
MIDLGB2105U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chelsea, Fulham Road 315 Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of MIDLGB2105U stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 05U identifies the department Chelsea, Fulham Road 315 Branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2105U?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2105U is Chelsea, Fulham Road 315 Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2105U if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2105U with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2105U 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.