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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2165C

MIDLGB2165C belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2165C

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2165C
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code65C
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchRhosllanerchrugog Branch
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
65C 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 MIDLGB2165C?

MIDLGB2165C identifies Rhosllanerchrugog 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 do the letters in MIDLGB2165C mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 65C identifies the department Rhosllanerchrugog Branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2165C?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2165C is Rhosllanerchrugog Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2165C.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2165C incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2165C with the recipient before sending.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers 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.