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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2115L

MIDLGB2115L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2115L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2115L
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code15L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAshford, Kent
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
15L 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

What bank uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2115L?

MIDLGB2115L identifies Ashford, Kent, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2115L with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2115L with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2115L stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 15L is the code of the department Ashford, Kent.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2115L?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2115L is Ashford, Kent. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2115L.

Do I need MIDLGB2115L to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2115L.

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