SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2175J

MIDLGB2175J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2175J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2175J
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code75J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHarlescott, Cattle Market
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
75J 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2175J?

MIDLGB2175J is the SWIFT/BIC code of Harlescott, Cattle Market, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best 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.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2175J mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 75J identifies the department Harlescott, Cattle Market.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2175J incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2175J with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2175J?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2175J is Harlescott, Cattle Market. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2175J if the recipient asks for it.

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