SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22HSE
MIDLGB22HSE belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB22HSE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB22 |
| Branch code | HSE |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hss |
| 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.
- HSE 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 BIC MIDLGB22HSE?
The code MIDLGB22HSE belongs to Hss, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB22HSE?
MIDLGB22 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB22HSE points to Hss. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB22HSE if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB22HSE incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB22HSE against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
What does each part of MIDLGB22HSE mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the location code and HSE is the code of the branch Hss.
Do I need MIDLGB22HSE 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 MIDLGB22HSE.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.