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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2159N

MIDLGB2159N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2159N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2159N
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code59N
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchNorbury Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
59N 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 code MIDLGB2159N?

MIDLGB2159N is the SWIFT/BIC code of Norbury 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.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2159N?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2159N points to Norbury Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2159N if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2159N stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 59N is the code of the branch Norbury Branch.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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.

Do I need MIDLGB2159N for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2159N.

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