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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2178T

MIDLGB2178T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2178T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2178T
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code78T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchLeeds, Garforth
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
78T 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

What bank uses BIC MIDLGB2178T?

MIDLGB2178T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Leeds, Garforth, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2178T to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2178T.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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 enter MIDLGB2178T with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2178T against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2178T?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2178T is Leeds, Garforth. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2178T if the recipient asks for it.

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