SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22CHE
MIDLGB22CHE belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB22CHE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB22 |
| Branch code | CHE |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Checking |
| 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.
- CHE 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 branch uses BIC MIDLGB22CHE?
The code MIDLGB22CHE belongs to Checking, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB22CHE for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB22CHE.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB22CHE incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB22CHE against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in MIDLGB22CHE stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the location code and CHE is the code of the department Checking.
Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB22CHE?
MIDLGB22 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB22CHE is Checking. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB22CHE if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.