SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2174F
MIDLGB2174F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2174F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 74F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Oldham Road |
| 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.
- 74F 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 bank is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2174F?
MIDLGB2174F identifies Oldham Road, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of MIDLGB2174F mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 74F is the code of the department Oldham Road.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2174F?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2174F is Oldham Road. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2174F.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
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 – the difference can be large.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2174F with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2174F 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.