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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2163P

MIDLGB2163P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2163P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2163P
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code63P
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchFerndown Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
63P 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2163P?

The code MIDLGB2163P belongs to Ferndown 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 MIDLGB2163P?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2163P points to Ferndown Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2163P.

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

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

Do I need MIDLGB2163P to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2163P.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2163P mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 63P is the code of the branch Ferndown Branch.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2163P incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2163P 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.