SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2165D
MIDLGB2165D belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2165D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 65D |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ruabon Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 65D 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2165D?
MIDLGB2165D is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ruabon Branch, part 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 MIDLGB2165D with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2165D against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need MIDLGB2165D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2165D.
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 1–3 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2165D?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2165D points to Ruabon Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2165D.
What does each part of MIDLGB2165D stand for?
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 65D is the code of the department Ruabon Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.