SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2127G
MIDLGB2127G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2127G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 27G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Coventry, Cheylesmore Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 27G 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 MIDLGB2127G?
MIDLGB2127G is the SWIFT/BIC code of Coventry, Cheylesmore Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2127G mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 27G identifies the department Coventry, Cheylesmore Branch.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2127G with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2127G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2127G?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2127G is Coventry, Cheylesmore Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2127G.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.