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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2137A

MIDLGB2137A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2137A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2137A
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code37A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchGuiseley 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.
37A 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 MIDLGB2137A?

The code MIDLGB2137A belongs to Guiseley 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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need MIDLGB2137A to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2137A.

What does each part of MIDLGB2137A mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 37A identifies the department Guiseley Branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2137A incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2137A 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.