SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2272F
MIDLGB2272F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2272F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB22 |
| Branch code | 72F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | HSBC Mortgages (40-08-88 |
| City | Sheffield |
| Country | United 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.
- 72F 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/BIC code MIDLGB2272F?
MIDLGB2272F identifies HSBC Mortgages (40-08-88, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2272F to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 do need MIDLGB2272F.
What does each part of MIDLGB2272F stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the location code and 72F is the code of the department HSBC Mortgages (40-08-88.
Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB2272F?
MIDLGB22 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2272F is HSBC Mortgages (40-08-88. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2272F.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent 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.