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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2174S

MIDLGB2174S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2174S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2174S
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code74S
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBroadway
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
74S 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 BIC MIDLGB2174S?

MIDLGB2174S identifies Broadway, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2174S incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2174S with the recipient before sending.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2174S?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2174S points to Broadway. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2174S.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2174S for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2174S.

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