SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2175G

MIDLGB2175G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2175G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2175G
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code75G
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchEaton Village
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
75G 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2175G?

MIDLGB2175G identifies Eaton Village, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2175G mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 75G identifies the branch Eaton Village.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2175G?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2175G points to Eaton Village. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2175G if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2175G with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2175G with the recipient before sending.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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