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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2154W

MIDLGB2154W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2154W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2154W
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code54W
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSittingbourne Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
54W 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 MIDLGB2154W?

MIDLGB2154W is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sittingbourne 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.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2154W?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2154W points to Sittingbourne Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2154W if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2154W to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2154W.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2154W with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2154W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

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