SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22CLS
MIDLGB22CLS belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB22CLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB22 |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Continuous Link Settlement Department |
| 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.
- CLS 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB22CLS?
MIDLGB22CLS identifies Continuous Link Settlement Department, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB22CLS?
MIDLGB22 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB22CLS is Continuous Link Settlement Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB22CLS.
Do I need MIDLGB22CLS for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB22CLS.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in MIDLGB22CLS stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the code for the city or region and CLS is the code of the department Continuous Link Settlement Department.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.