SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2169F
MIDLGB2169F belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2169F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 69F |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | St Magnus House |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 69F 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 MIDLGB2169F?
MIDLGB2169F identifies St Magnus House, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2169F with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2169F against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2169F?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2169F points to St Magnus House. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MIDLGB2169F if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of MIDLGB2169F stand for?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 69F is the code of the branch St Magnus House.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.