SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2272B

MIDLGB2272B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2272B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2272B
8-character codeMIDLGB22
Branch code72B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHSBC Mortgages (40-05-88
CitySheffield
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
72B 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2272B?

MIDLGB2272B is the SWIFT/BIC code of HSBC Mortgages (40-05-88, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB2272B?

MIDLGB22 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2272B is HSBC Mortgages (40-05-88. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2272B if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

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.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2272B incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2272B with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of MIDLGB2272B stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the code for the city or region and 72B is the code of the department HSBC Mortgages (40-05-88.

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