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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2154L

MIDLGB2154L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2154L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2154L
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code54L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchShildon Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
54L 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2154L?

MIDLGB2154L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shildon Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2154L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2154L.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2154L incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2154L with the recipient before sending.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2154L?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2154L is Shildon Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2154L if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2154L 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 54L identifies the department Shildon Branch.

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