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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2117E

MIDLGB2117E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2117E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2117E
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code17E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAxminster Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

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.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
17E 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/BIC code MIDLGB2117E?

MIDLGB2117E identifies Axminster 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.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2117E to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2117E.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2117E stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 17E is the code of the branch Axminster Branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2117E incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2117E against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2117E?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2117E is Axminster Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2117E if the recipient asks for it.

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