SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2173E
MIDLGB2173E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2173E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 73E |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | 40-05-00 HSBC Bank PLC National Sort Code 5 |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 73E 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/BIC code MIDLGB2173E?
MIDLGB2173E identifies 40-05-00 HSBC Bank PLC National Sort Code 5, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2173E for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2173E.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2173E mean?
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 73E is the code of the branch 40-05-00 HSBC Bank PLC National Sort Code 5.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2173E incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2173E with the recipient before sending.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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.