SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2161H
MIDLGB2161H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2161H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 61H |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Brownhills Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 61H 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2161H?
MIDLGB2161H is the SWIFT/BIC code of Brownhills Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of MIDLGB2161H mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 61H identifies the branch Brownhills Branch.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2161H?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2161H points to Brownhills Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2161H.
Do I need MIDLGB2161H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2161H.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2161H with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2161H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.