SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2147D

MIDLGB2147D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2147D

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2147D
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code47D
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchNorth Walsham 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.
47D 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2147D?

MIDLGB2147D is the SWIFT/BIC code of North Walsham Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2147D mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 47D is the code of the department North Walsham Branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

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

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

Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2147D?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2147D points to North Walsham Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2147D if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need MIDLGB2147D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2147D.

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