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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2170M

MIDLGB2170M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Letchworth, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2170M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2170M
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code70M
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchMorrisons
CityLetchworth
CountryUnited 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.
70M 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/BIC code MIDLGB2170M?

MIDLGB2170M identifies Morrisons, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Letchworth, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2170M to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2170M.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2170M stand for?

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 70M is the code of the branch Morrisons.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2170M with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2170M against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2170M?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2170M is Morrisons. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2170M.

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