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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2171B

MIDLGB2171B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2171B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2171B
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code71B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchMorrisons
CityOldham
CountryUnited 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.
71B 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2171B?

The code MIDLGB2171B belongs to Morrisons, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Oldham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2171B stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 71B is the code of the department Morrisons.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2171B with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2171B with the recipient before you confirm.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need MIDLGB2171B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2171B.

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