SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2196H
MIDLGB2196H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2196H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 96H |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Mortgage Service Centre Hbeu |
| City | Sheffield |
| 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.
- 96H 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2196H?
MIDLGB2196H identifies Mortgage Service Centre Hbeu, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need MIDLGB2196H to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2196H.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2196H?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2196H is Mortgage Service Centre Hbeu. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2196H if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2196H with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2196H with the recipient before sending.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.