SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2164J

MIDLGB2164J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2164J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2164J
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code64J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchWithernsea Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
64J 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 MIDLGB2164J?

MIDLGB2164J identifies Withernsea Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2164J 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 64J is the code of the branch Withernsea Branch.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2164J with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2164J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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 it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2164J for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2164J.

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