SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2177B
MIDLGB2177B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2177B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 77B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Almondbury |
| 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.
- 77B 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 BIC MIDLGB2177B?
MIDLGB2177B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Almondbury, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2177B incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2177B with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need MIDLGB2177B to send euros 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 MIDLGB2177B.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2177B?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2177B is Almondbury. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2177B if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of MIDLGB2177B mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 77B identifies the branch Almondbury.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.