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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2163H

MIDLGB2163H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2163H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2163H
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code63H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWhitstable 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.
63H 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 code MIDLGB2163H?

MIDLGB2163H is the SWIFT/BIC code of Whitstable Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2163H incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2163H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2163H?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2163H is Whitstable Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2163H if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need MIDLGB2163H to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2163H.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of MIDLGB2163H stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 63H identifies the branch Whitstable Branch.

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