SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2155P
MIDLGB2155P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2155P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 55P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Park Gate, Southampton 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.
- 55P 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 MIDLGB2155P?
MIDLGB2155P identifies Park Gate, Southampton 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.
What does each part of MIDLGB2155P mean?
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 55P is the code of the department Park Gate, Southampton Branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2155P?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2155P points to Park Gate, Southampton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2155P.
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.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2155P incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2155P with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.