SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2163B
MIDLGB2163B belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2163B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 63B |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Whitby Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 63B 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 BIC MIDLGB2163B?
MIDLGB2163B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Whitby Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2163B mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 63B identifies the branch Whitby Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2163B?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2163B is Whitby Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2163B.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2163B with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2163B with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.