SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2168R
MIDLGB2168R belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2168R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 68R |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | High Rd |
| 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.
- 68R 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 MIDLGB2168R?
The code MIDLGB2168R belongs to High Rd, a branch or department 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 MIDLGB2168R to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2168R.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of MIDLGB2168R 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 68R identifies the branch High Rd.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2168R with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2168R against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other 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.