SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2116M
MIDLGB2116M belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2116M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 16M |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Amersham-On-The-Hill Branch |
| 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).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 16M 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2116M?
MIDLGB2116M identifies Amersham-On-The-Hill Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What does each part of MIDLGB2116M stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 16M is the code of the department Amersham-On-The-Hill Branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2116M?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2116M is Amersham-On-The-Hill Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2116M if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2116M incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2116M 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.