SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2176H

MIDLGB2176H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2176H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2176H
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code76H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchNottingham, Carlton Hill
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
76H 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 MIDLGB2176H?

The code MIDLGB2176H belongs to Nottingham, Carlton Hill, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2176H?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2176H points to Nottingham, Carlton Hill. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2176H if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2176H incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2176H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of MIDLGB2176H stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 76H is the code of the branch Nottingham, Carlton Hill.

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