SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2153M
MIDLGB2153M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2153M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 53M |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Shaftesbury 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.
- 53M 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2153M?
MIDLGB2153M identifies Shaftesbury 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.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2153M mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 53M is the code of the branch Shaftesbury Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2153M with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2153M with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2153M?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2153M points to Shaftesbury Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2153M if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.