SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22BHX
MIDLGB22BHX belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB22BHX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB22 |
| Branch code | BHX |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| 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.
- BHX 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 MIDLGB22BHX?
MIDLGB22BHX is the SWIFT/BIC code of HSBC Bank PLC, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB22BHX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB22BHX.
What do the letters in MIDLGB22BHX mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the location code and BHX is the code of the branch HSBC Bank PLC.
Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB22BHX?
MIDLGB22 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB22BHX points to HSBC Bank PLC. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB22BHX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.