SWIFT/BIC code MIDLFRPXXXX
MIDLFRPXXXX belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLFRPXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLFRPX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MIDL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 MIDLFRPXXXX?
MIDLFRPXXXX identifies the main office of HSBC Bank PLC in Paris, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at HSBC Bank PLC.
What do the letters in MIDLFRPXXXX mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, FR stands for France, PX is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in France, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need MIDLFRPXXXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MIDLFRPXXXX.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.