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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2117N

MIDLGB2117N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2117N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2117N
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code17N
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBarnstaple Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
17N 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2117N?

The code MIDLGB2117N belongs to Barnstaple Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2117N incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2117N against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2117N stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 17N is the code of the branch Barnstaple Branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2117N?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2117N is Barnstaple Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2117N.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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