SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2167W
MIDLGB2167W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2167W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 67W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | First Direct Sort Code 404777 |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United 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.
- 67W 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 branch uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2167W?
MIDLGB2167W identifies First Direct Sort Code 404777, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2167W with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2167W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need MIDLGB2167W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2167W.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.