SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2170G
MIDLGB2170G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Heywood, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2170G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 70G |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Morrisons |
| City | Heywood |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 70G 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2170G?
MIDLGB2170G is the SWIFT/BIC code of Morrisons, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Heywood, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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 MIDLGB2170G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2170G.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2170G?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2170G points to Morrisons. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2170G.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2170G with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2170G against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.