SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22PRM

MIDLGB22PRM belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB22PRM

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB22PRM
8-character codeMIDLGB22
Branch codePRM
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPrime Services
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
PRM 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22PRM?

The code MIDLGB22PRM belongs to Prime Services, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB22PRM mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 22 is the code for the city or region and PRM identifies the branch Prime Services.

Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB22PRM?

MIDLGB22 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB22PRM points to Prime Services. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB22PRM.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB22PRM 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 MIDLGB22PRM.

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