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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2178G

MIDLGB2178G belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Scarborough, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2178G

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2178G
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code78G
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchFalsgrave
CityScarborough
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
78G 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 MIDLGB2178G?

The code MIDLGB2178G belongs to Falsgrave, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Scarborough, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2178G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2178G.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What does each part of MIDLGB2178G stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 78G identifies the branch Falsgrave.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2178G?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2178G points to Falsgrave. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2178G if the recipient asks for it.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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