SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2164C
MIDLGB2164C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2164C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 64C |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wirral - Heswall Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 64C 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2164C?
MIDLGB2164C identifies Wirral - Heswall Branch, a unit 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 use MIDLGB2164C incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2164C against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need MIDLGB2164C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to 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 MIDLGB2164C.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2164C?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2164C is Wirral - Heswall Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2164C.
What does each part of MIDLGB2164C mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 64C is the code of the department Wirral - Heswall Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.