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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2162B

MIDLGB2162B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2162B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2162B
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code62B
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWaterlooville Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
62B 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/BIC code MIDLGB2162B?

MIDLGB2162B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Waterlooville Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2162B incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2162B against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2162B?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2162B is Waterlooville Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2162B if the recipient asks for it.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. 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.