SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2170C

MIDLGB2170C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2170C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2170C
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code70C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchMorrisons
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
70C 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/BIC code MIDLGB2170C?

The code MIDLGB2170C belongs to Morrisons, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of MIDLGB2170C mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 70C is the code of the branch Morrisons.

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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2170C?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2170C points to Morrisons. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2170C if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2170C incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2170C with the recipient before sending.

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