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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2116F

MIDLGB2116F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2116F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2116F
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code16F
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchAlnwick Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
16F 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

What bank is behind BIC MIDLGB2116F?

The code MIDLGB2116F belongs to Alnwick Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2116F?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2116F is Alnwick Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2116F if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2116F to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2116F.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more 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 happens if I enter MIDLGB2116F incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2116F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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