SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22OLY
MIDLGB22OLY belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB22OLY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB22 |
| Branch code | OLY |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Otc Clearing |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- OLY 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 BIC MIDLGB22OLY?
MIDLGB22OLY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Otc Clearing, 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 happens if I enter MIDLGB22OLY incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB22OLY against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB22OLY for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB22OLY.
What does each part of MIDLGB22OLY stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 22 is the code for the city or region and OLY is the code of the department Otc Clearing.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.