SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2178D
MIDLGB2178D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2178D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 78D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Dinnington |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 78D 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 BIC MIDLGB2178D?
MIDLGB2178D is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dinnington, 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 do the letters in MIDLGB2178D stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 78D is the code of the department Dinnington.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2178D?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2178D is Dinnington. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2178D if the recipient asks for it.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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 use MIDLGB2178D incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2178D with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.