SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2159M
MIDLGB2159M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2159M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 59M |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Thirsk Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 59M 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2159M?
MIDLGB2159M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Thirsk Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2159M for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2159M.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2159M?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2159M is Thirsk Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2159M.
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 does each part of MIDLGB2159M 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 59M identifies the branch Thirsk Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.