SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2176A
MIDLGB2176A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2176A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 76A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Malvern Link |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 76A 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2176A?
MIDLGB2176A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Malvern Link, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of MIDLGB2176A mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 76A is the code of the department Malvern Link.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2176A?
MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2176A points to Malvern Link. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2176A if the recipient asks for it.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need MIDLGB2176A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2176A.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.