SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2160D
MIDLGB2160D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2160D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 60D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Towcester 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.
- 60D 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2160D?
The code MIDLGB2160D belongs to Towcester Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2160D stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 60D is the code of the branch Towcester Branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
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 MIDLGB2160D to send euros 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 do need MIDLGB2160D.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2160D with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2160D with the recipient before you confirm.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.