SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2165H

MIDLGB2165H belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2165H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2165H
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code65H
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchYeovil 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.
65H 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 MIDLGB2165H?

MIDLGB2165H is the SWIFT/BIC code of Yeovil Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2165H 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 MIDLGB2165H.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2165H with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2165H against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

What does each part of MIDLGB2165H 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 65H is the code of the branch Yeovil Branch.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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