SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2167F
MIDLGB2167F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2167F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 67F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Crawley Boulevard |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 67F 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2167F?
The code MIDLGB2167F belongs to Crawley Boulevard, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need MIDLGB2167F for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2167F.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2167F incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2167F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2167F mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 67F identifies the department Crawley Boulevard.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2167F?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2167F points to Crawley Boulevard. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2167F.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.