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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22HIM

MIDLGB22HIM belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB22HIM

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB22HIM
8-character codeMIDLGB22
Branch codeHIM
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchJc Him
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
HIM 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 uses BIC MIDLGB22HIM?

The code MIDLGB22HIM belongs to Jc Him, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB22HIM for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB22HIM.

What happens if I use MIDLGB22HIM with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB22HIM against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB22HIM?

MIDLGB22 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB22HIM points to Jc Him. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB22HIM.

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