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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2161C

MIDLGB2161C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2161C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2161C
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code61C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWadebridge 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.
61C 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 BIC MIDLGB2161C?

MIDLGB2161C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wadebridge 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.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2161C 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 61C is the code of the department Wadebridge Branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2161C with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2161C with the recipient before sending.

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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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