SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2150L
MIDLGB2150L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2150L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 50L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Queensferry Branch |
| 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.
- 50L 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2150L?
MIDLGB2150L identifies Queensferry Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other 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.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2150L?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2150L points to Queensferry Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2150L.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2150L with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2150L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2150L to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2150L.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.