SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2113L

MIDLGB2113L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2113L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2113L
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code13L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCarlisle, English Street
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

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.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
13L 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 BIC MIDLGB2113L?

The code MIDLGB2113L belongs to Carlisle, English Street, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2113L?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2113L points to Carlisle, English Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2113L if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2113L with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2113L with the recipient before you confirm.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need MIDLGB2113L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2113L.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.