SWIFT/BIC code HSBCIE2DSDD
HSBCIE2DSDD belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Dublin, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCIE2DSDD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCIE2D |
| Branch code | SDD |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sepa Direct Debits |
| City | Dublin |
| Country | Ireland |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HSBC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2D Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- SDD 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code HSBCIE2DSDD?
HSBCIE2DSDD identifies Sepa Direct Debits, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Dublin, Ireland. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does HSBC Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in Ireland. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in HSBCIE2DSDD stand for?
HSBC is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, IE is the ISO code of Ireland, 2D is the code for the city or region and SDD is the code of the department Sepa Direct Debits.
Do I need HSBCIE2DSDD to send euros to Ireland?
Ireland belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HSBCIE2DSDD.
Can I use HSBCIE2D instead of HSBCIE2DSDD?
HSBCIE2D is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while HSBCIE2DSDD points to Sepa Direct Debits. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HSBCIE2DSDD.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.