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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2166K

MIDLGB2166K belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2166K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2166K
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code66K
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchNewhaven 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.
66K 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 bank is behind BIC MIDLGB2166K?

MIDLGB2166K identifies Newhaven Branch, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of MIDLGB2166K mean?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 66K is the code of the branch Newhaven Branch.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2166K with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2166K with the recipient before sending.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2166K?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2166K is Newhaven Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2166K if the recipient asks for it.

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