SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2180L
MIDLGB2180L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2180L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 80L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sheffield, Pinstone Street |
| 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.
- 80L 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 MIDLGB2180L?
MIDLGB2180L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sheffield, Pinstone Street, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2180L stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 80L identifies the branch Sheffield, Pinstone Street.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2180L?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2180L is Sheffield, Pinstone Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2180L if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need MIDLGB2180L to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2180L.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.