SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2153E
MIDLGB2153E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2153E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 53E |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Scarborough, St Nicholas Street 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.
- 53E 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 MIDLGB2153E?
The code MIDLGB2153E belongs to Scarborough, St Nicholas Street 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.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2153E?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2153E is Scarborough, St Nicholas Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2153E.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2153E with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2153E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2153E stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 53E identifies the department Scarborough, St Nicholas Street Branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.