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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2147R

MIDLGB2147R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2147R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2147R
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code47R
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchNottingham, West Bridgford Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
47R 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2147R?

The code MIDLGB2147R belongs to Nottingham, West Bridgford Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2147R with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2147R with the recipient before sending.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2147R?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2147R is Nottingham, West Bridgford Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2147R if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2147R stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 47R is the code of the branch Nottingham, West Bridgford Branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.

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