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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2154J

MIDLGB2154J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2154J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2154J
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code54J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSherborne Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
54J 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 SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2154J?

The code MIDLGB2154J belongs to Sherborne Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2154J with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2154J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2154J 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 54J is the code of the branch Sherborne Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2154J?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2154J is Sherborne Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2154J.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.