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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2164A

MIDLGB2164A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2164A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2164A
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code64A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWinscombe 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.
64A 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2164A?

MIDLGB2164A is the SWIFT/BIC code of Winscombe 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 MIDLGB2164A with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2164A with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2164A?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2164A is Winscombe Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2164A if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2164A stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 64A identifies the branch Winscombe Branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2164A for a euro transfer 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 MIDLGB2164A.

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

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

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