SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2156H
MIDLGB2156H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2156H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 56H |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | St. Annes-On-Sea 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.
- 56H 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 MIDLGB2156H?
The code MIDLGB2156H belongs to St. Annes-On-Sea Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2156H incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2156H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2156H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2156H.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2156H?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2156H is St. Annes-On-Sea Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2156H if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.