SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2160T

MIDLGB2160T belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2160T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2160T
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code60T
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchUppingham Branch
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).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
60T 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 MIDLGB2160T?

The code MIDLGB2160T belongs to Uppingham Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2160T to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2160T.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2160T?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2160T is Uppingham Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2160T if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2160T mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 60T is the code of the branch Uppingham Branch.

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

Banks often add 1–3% 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.

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