SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2174L
MIDLGB2174L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2174L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 74L |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Barnards Green |
| 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.
- 74L 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2174L?
MIDLGB2174L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barnards Green, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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 MIDLGB2174L with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2174L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2174L?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2174L is Barnards Green. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2174L.
What does each part of MIDLGB2174L stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 74L identifies the department Barnards Green.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.