SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2127C

MIDLGB2127C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2127C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2127C
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code27C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchCorwen Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
27C 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2127C?

The code MIDLGB2127C belongs to Corwen Branch, a unit 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 enter MIDLGB2127C with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2127C with the recipient before sending.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2127C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2127C.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2127C?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2127C points to Corwen Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2127C.

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