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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2144T

MIDLGB2144T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2144T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2144T
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code44T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchManchester, Didsbury 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.
44T 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/BIC code MIDLGB2144T?

MIDLGB2144T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Manchester, Didsbury Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need MIDLGB2144T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2144T.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2144T?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2144T points to Manchester, Didsbury Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2144T if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2144T mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 44T identifies the department Manchester, Didsbury Branch.

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