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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2163V

MIDLGB2163V belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2163V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2163V
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code63V
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchOld Windsor Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
63V 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 branch uses BIC MIDLGB2163V?

MIDLGB2163V identifies Old Windsor Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2163V?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2163V points to Old Windsor Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2163V if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2163V mean?

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 63V identifies the branch Old Windsor Branch.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2163V incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2163V with the recipient before you confirm.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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