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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2158E

MIDLGB2158E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2158E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2158E
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code58E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchSwadlincote 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.
58E 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 SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2158E?

The code MIDLGB2158E belongs to Swadlincote Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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 is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2158E?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2158E points to Swadlincote Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2158E if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2158E 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 58E is the code of the branch Swadlincote Branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2158E for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2158E.

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