SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2271Z
MIDLGB2271Z belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2271Z |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB22 |
| Branch code | 71Z |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | HSBC Mortgages (40-02-88 |
| City | Sheffield |
| 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).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 71Z 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2271Z?
The code MIDLGB2271Z belongs to HSBC Mortgages (40-02-88, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2271Z mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 22 is the code for the city or region and 71Z is the code of the department HSBC Mortgages (40-02-88.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2271Z for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2271Z.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2271Z incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2271Z against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB2271Z?
MIDLGB22 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2271Z is HSBC Mortgages (40-02-88. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2271Z 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.