SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2161F
MIDLGB2161F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2161F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 61F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wallington Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 61F 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 MIDLGB2161F?
MIDLGB2161F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wallington Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of MIDLGB2161F 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 61F is the code of the branch Wallington Branch.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2161F with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2161F with the recipient before you confirm.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2161F?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2161F is Wallington Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2161F if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need MIDLGB2161F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2161F.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.