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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2162N

MIDLGB2162N belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2162N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2162N
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code62N
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWest Croydon 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.
62N 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 MIDLGB2162N?

MIDLGB2162N identifies West Croydon Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2162N mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 62N is the code of the department West Croydon Branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2162N?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2162N points to West Croydon Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2162N if the recipient asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2162N with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2162N 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.