SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2115G
MIDLGB2115G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2115G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 15G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Stafford |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 15G 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 MIDLGB2115G?
The code MIDLGB2115G belongs to Stafford, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2115G mean?
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 15G identifies the branch Stafford.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2115G?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2115G points to Stafford. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2115G if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2115G to send euros 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 still need MIDLGB2115G.
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. Compare 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.