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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2157R

MIDLGB2157R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2157R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2157R
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code57R
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchStudley Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
57R 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2157R?

MIDLGB2157R identifies Studley Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2157R?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2157R is Studley Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2157R.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2157R mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 57R identifies the department Studley Branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2157R to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2157R.

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