SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2176W

MIDLGB2176W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2176W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2176W
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code76W
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchTipton
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
76W 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2176W?

MIDLGB2176W is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tipton, a unit 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 other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 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 MIDLGB2176W incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2176W with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2176W?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2176W points to Tipton. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2176W if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2176W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2176W.

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