SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2171P
MIDLGB2171P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Worthing, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2171P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 71P |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Warwick Street |
| City | Worthing |
| Country | United 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.
- 71P 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 MIDLGB2171P?
MIDLGB2171P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Warwick Street, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Worthing, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2171P?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2171P is Warwick Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2171P.
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.
Do I need MIDLGB2171P to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2171P.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2171P stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 71P identifies the department Warwick Street.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.