SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2178S
MIDLGB2178S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2178S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 78S |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Leeds, Beeston Hill |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | United 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.
- 78S 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 BIC MIDLGB2178S?
MIDLGB2178S identifies Leeds, Beeston Hill, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2178S stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 78S is the code of the department Leeds, Beeston Hill.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2178S with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2178S with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2178S for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2178S.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.