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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2160H

MIDLGB2160H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2160H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2160H
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code60H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchTruro Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
60H 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2160H?

The code MIDLGB2160H belongs to Truro Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2160H?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2160H points to Truro Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2160H if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2160H stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 60H is the code of the branch Truro Branch.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2160H with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2160H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2160H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2160H.

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