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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2137U

MIDLGB2137U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2137U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2137U
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code37U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLeicester, Woodgate Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
37U 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 MIDLGB2137U?

The code MIDLGB2137U belongs to Leicester, Woodgate 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.

Do I need MIDLGB2137U to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2137U.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2137U?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2137U points to Leicester, Woodgate Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2137U if the recipient asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2137U with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2137U with the recipient before sending.

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