SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2173O
MIDLGB2173O belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2173O |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 73O |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Broadmead |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 73O 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 BIC MIDLGB2173O?
The code MIDLGB2173O belongs to Broadmead, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2173O for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2173O.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2173O?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2173O is Broadmead. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2173O if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2173O stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 73O is the code of the branch Broadmead.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.