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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2162U

MIDLGB2162U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2162U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2162U
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code62U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWorle 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.
62U 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2162U?

MIDLGB2162U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Worle 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.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of MIDLGB2162U 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 62U is the code of the branch Worle Branch.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2162U?

MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2162U points to Worle Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2162U if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need MIDLGB2162U to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2162U.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.