SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2162E

MIDLGB2162E belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2162E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2162E
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code62E
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWellingborough Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
62E 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 SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2162E?

The code MIDLGB2162E belongs to Wellingborough 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.

Do I need MIDLGB2162E for a euro transfer 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 MIDLGB2162E.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2162E stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 62E identifies the department Wellingborough 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2162E with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2162E 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.