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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2115A

MIDLGB2115A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2115A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2115A
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code15A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchEastern, E1
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
15A 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 MIDLGB2115A?

MIDLGB2115A identifies Eastern, E1, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2115A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2115A.

What does each part of MIDLGB2115A mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 15A identifies the department Eastern, E1.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2115A?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2115A is Eastern, E1. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2115A if the recipient asks for it.

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