SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2117A
MIDLGB2117A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2117A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 17A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ashington Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 17A 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2117A?
MIDLGB2117A identifies Ashington Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2117A?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2117A is Ashington Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2117A if the recipient asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2117A mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 17A is the code of the branch Ashington Branch.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2117A with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2117A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.