SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2115E

MIDLGB2115E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2115E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2115E
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code15E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWalton-On-Thames
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.
15E 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 SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2115E?

MIDLGB2115E is the SWIFT/BIC code of Walton-On-Thames, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2115E?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2115E is Walton-On-Thames. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2115E.

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 MIDLGB2115E stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 15E is the code of the department Walton-On-Thames.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2115E with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2115E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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