SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2157T
MIDLGB2157T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2157T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 57T |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sudbury, Suffolk Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 57T 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 bank is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2157T?
MIDLGB2157T identifies Sudbury, Suffolk 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.
What does each part of MIDLGB2157T stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 57T identifies the branch Sudbury, Suffolk Branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2157T?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2157T points to Sudbury, Suffolk Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2157T if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2157T with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2157T with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.