SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2193I

MIDLGB2193I belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2193I

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2193I
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code93I
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBampton, Oxford
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
93I 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 uses SWIFT code MIDLGB2193I?

MIDLGB2193I identifies Bampton, Oxford, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need MIDLGB2193I for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2193I.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What does each part of MIDLGB2193I mean?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 93I identifies the branch Bampton, Oxford.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2193I with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2193I against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

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