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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2194P

MIDLGB2194P belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2194P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2194P
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code94P
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHolborn Circus
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.
94P 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 BIC MIDLGB2194P?

The code MIDLGB2194P belongs to Holborn Circus, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2194P for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2194P.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2194P?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2194P points to Holborn Circus. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2194P.

What happens if I enter MIDLGB2194P with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2194P against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

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