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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2194J

MIDLGB2194J belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2194J

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2194J
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code94J
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchM and S Money Current Account
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
94J 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 is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2194J?

MIDLGB2194J identifies M and S Money Current Account, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2194J with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2194J against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2194J?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2194J is M and S Money Current Account. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2194J if the recipient asks for it.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.

Do I need MIDLGB2194J to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2194J.

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