SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2192L

MIDLGB2192L belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2192L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2192L
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code92L
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchGallions Reach London
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

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:

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.
92L 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 MIDLGB2192L?

MIDLGB2192L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gallions Reach London, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2192L?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2192L points to Gallions Reach London. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2192L.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2192L with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2192L against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

What does each part of MIDLGB2192L stand for?

MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 92L is the code of the department Gallions Reach London.

What is the best 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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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