SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2176U
MIDLGB2176U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2176U |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 76U |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Stoke-On-Trent |
| City | Stoke-On-Trent |
| Country | United 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.
- 76U 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2176U?
MIDLGB2176U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Stoke-On-Trent, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2176U to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2176U.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2176U stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 76U is the code of the department Stoke-On-Trent.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2176U incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2176U against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.