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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2147W

MIDLGB2147W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2147W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2147W
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code47W
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchOkehampton 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.
47W 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 MIDLGB2147W?

The code MIDLGB2147W belongs to Okehampton Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

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 – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2147W incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2147W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2147W?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2147W points to Okehampton Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2147W.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2147W stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 47W identifies the department Okehampton Branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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