SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22BAC

MIDLGB22BAC belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB22BAC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB22BAC
8-character codeMIDLGB22
Branch codeBAC
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchJc Bac
CityLondon
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.
BAC 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 BIC MIDLGB22BAC?

MIDLGB22BAC identifies Jc Bac, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB22BAC with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB22BAC against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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.

What does each part of MIDLGB22BAC mean?

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 BAC is the code of the branch Jc Bac.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Do I need MIDLGB22BAC for a euro transfer 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 still need MIDLGB22BAC.

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