SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2169A

MIDLGB2169A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2169A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2169A
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code69A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
Branch122 Finchley Road
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.
69A 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 code MIDLGB2169A?

The code MIDLGB2169A belongs to 122 Finchley Road, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2169A?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2169A is 122 Finchley Road. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2169A if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2169A 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 69A is the code of the branch 122 Finchley Road.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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