SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2162K
MIDLGB2162K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2162K |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 62K |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wembley High Road Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 62K 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2162K?
The code MIDLGB2162K belongs to Wembley High Road Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2162K?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2162K points to Wembley High Road Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2162K if the recipient asks for it.
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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of MIDLGB2162K stand for?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 62K is the code of the department Wembley High Road Branch.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2162K with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2162K with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.