SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2158V
MIDLGB2158V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2158V |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 58V |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tamworth 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.
- 58V 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/BIC code MIDLGB2158V?
MIDLGB2158V is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tamworth Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2158V?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2158V points to Tamworth Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2158V.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2158V mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 58V is the code of the branch Tamworth Branch.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2158V with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2158V against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
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.
Do I need MIDLGB2158V to send euros 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. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2158V.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.