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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB22RES

MIDLGB22RES belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB22RES

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB22RES
8-character codeMIDLGB22
Branch codeRES
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchJc Reconciliation
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
RES 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 BIC MIDLGB22RES?

The code MIDLGB22RES belongs to Jc Reconciliation, part 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 use MIDLGB22RES incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB22RES with the recipient before sending.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

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

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.

Can I use MIDLGB22 instead of MIDLGB22RES?

MIDLGB22 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB22RES is Jc Reconciliation. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB22RES if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need MIDLGB22RES to send euros 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. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB22RES.

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