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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2157L

MIDLGB2157L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2157L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2157L
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code57L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchStourport-On-Severn Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
57L 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 MIDLGB2157L?

MIDLGB2157L identifies Stourport-On-Severn Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2157L for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2157L.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2157L incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2157L with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of MIDLGB2157L mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 57L is the code of the branch Stourport-On-Severn Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2157L?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2157L points to Stourport-On-Severn Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2157L.

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