SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2272J

MIDLGB2272J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2272J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2272J
8-character codeMIDLGB22
Branch code72J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHSBC Mortgages (40-12-88
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.
72J 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2272J?

MIDLGB2272J is the SWIFT/BIC code of HSBC Mortgages (40-12-88, 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.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2272J with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2272J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2272J mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the location code and 72J is the code of the department HSBC Mortgages (40-12-88.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2272J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2272J.

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