SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2175Y

MIDLGB2175Y belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2175Y

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2175Y
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code75Y
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLoughborough Students Union
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.
75Y 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2175Y?

MIDLGB2175Y identifies Loughborough Students Union, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2175Y with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2175Y against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2175Y?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2175Y points to Loughborough Students Union. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2175Y if the recipient asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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 do the letters in MIDLGB2175Y mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 75Y identifies the branch Loughborough Students Union.

What is the cheapest 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. Compare 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.