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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2159P

MIDLGB2159P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2159P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2159P
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code59P
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchThornton Heath Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
59P 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 BIC MIDLGB2159P?

MIDLGB2159P identifies Thornton Heath 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.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2159P?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2159P points to Thornton Heath Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2159P if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2159P mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 59P is the code of the department Thornton Heath Branch.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2159P with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2159P with the recipient before you confirm.

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.

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