GoldexPay
Language: EN
English Nederlands Deutsch Français Español

SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2176X

MIDLGB2176X belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Wednesfield, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2176X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2176X
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code76X
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWednesfield
CityWednesfield
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
76X 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 MIDLGB2176X?

MIDLGB2176X identifies Wednesfield, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Wednesfield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2176X?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2176X points to Wednesfield. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2176X if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2176X mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 76X identifies the branch Wednesfield.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need MIDLGB2176X for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2176X.

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