SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22DIV

MIDLGB22DIV belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB22DIV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB22DIV
8-character codeMIDLGB22
Branch codeDIV
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchDividends
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
DIV 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB22DIV?

MIDLGB22DIV identifies Dividends, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB22DIV with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB22DIV with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need MIDLGB22DIV for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB22DIV.

What does each part of MIDLGB22DIV stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the location code and DIV is the code of the branch Dividends.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

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

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

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