SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2155F
MIDLGB2155F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2155F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 55F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Shirley Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 55F 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2155F?
MIDLGB2155F identifies Shirley 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 happens if I use MIDLGB2155F incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2155F with the recipient before you confirm.
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.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2155F?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2155F points to Shirley Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2155F if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2155F stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 55F is the code of the branch Shirley Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.