SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22CSL
MIDLGB22CSL belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB22CSL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB22 |
| Branch code | CSL |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Corporate Jc |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CSL 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 code MIDLGB22CSL?
The code MIDLGB22CSL belongs to Corporate Jc, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB22CSL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB22CSL with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB22CSL?
MIDLGB22 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB22CSL points to Corporate Jc. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB22CSL if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need MIDLGB22CSL to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB22CSL.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.