SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2150P
MIDLGB2150P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2150P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 50P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Rainhill Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 50P 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 code MIDLGB2150P?
MIDLGB2150P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Rainhill Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2150P with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2150P against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need MIDLGB2150P to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2150P.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2150P?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2150P points to Rainhill Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2150P.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.