SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2193U

MIDLGB2193U belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2193U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2193U
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code93U
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchBelfast Royal Avenue
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
93U 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/BIC code MIDLGB2193U?

MIDLGB2193U is the SWIFT/BIC code of Belfast Royal Avenue, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2193U for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MIDLGB2193U.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2193U incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2193U with the recipient before sending.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have more 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.

What does each part of MIDLGB2193U 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 93U identifies the branch Belfast Royal Avenue.

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