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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2155K

MIDLGB2155K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2155K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2155K
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code55K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSouth Molton 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.
55K 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 code MIDLGB2155K?

The code MIDLGB2155K belongs to South Molton 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.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2155K to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2155K.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2155K?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2155K points to South Molton Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2155K if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2155K mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 55K identifies the branch South Molton Branch.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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