SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2152A
MIDLGB2152A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2152A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 52A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ross-On-Wye Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 52A 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 BIC MIDLGB2152A?
The code MIDLGB2152A belongs to Ross-On-Wye Branch, a branch or department 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 MIDLGB2152A?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2152A is Ross-On-Wye Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2152A if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2152A stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 52A identifies the branch Ross-On-Wye Branch.
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.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2152A with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2152A with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.