GoldexPay
Language: EN
English Nederlands Deutsch Français Español

SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22ELN

MIDLGB22ELN belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB22ELN

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB22ELN
8-character codeMIDLGB22
Branch codeELN
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchDepot Management Equities/Bonds
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.
ELN 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 MIDLGB22ELN?

The code MIDLGB22ELN belongs to Depot Management Equities/Bonds, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB22ELN?

MIDLGB22 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB22ELN is Depot Management Equities/Bonds. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB22ELN if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use MIDLGB22ELN with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB22ELN with the recipient before you confirm.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.

What does each part of MIDLGB22ELN 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 ELN identifies the department Depot Management Equities/Bonds.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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