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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2172S

MIDLGB2172S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2172S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2172S
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code72S
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchFirst Direct 4762
CityLeeds
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
72S 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 BIC MIDLGB2172S?

MIDLGB2172S is the SWIFT/BIC code of First Direct 4762, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of MIDLGB2172S mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 72S is the code of the branch First Direct 4762.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2172S?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2172S is First Direct 4762. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2172S if the recipient asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other 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.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2172S with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2172S against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

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