SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2159F

MIDLGB2159F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2159F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2159F
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code59F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchTenby 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.
59F 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 BIC MIDLGB2159F?

MIDLGB2159F identifies Tenby Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2159F incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2159F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

What does each part of MIDLGB2159F 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 59F is the code of the branch Tenby Branch.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2159F?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2159F points to Tenby Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2159F if the recipient asks for it.

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