SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2154T
MIDLGB2154T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2154T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 54T |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Shrewsbury, High Street Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 54T 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2154T?
MIDLGB2154T identifies Shrewsbury, High Street 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.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2154T?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2154T points to Shrewsbury, High Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2154T if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of MIDLGB2154T mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 54T is the code of the branch Shrewsbury, High Street 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2154T incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2154T against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best 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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.