SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2194S

MIDLGB2194S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2194S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2194S
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code94S
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchPall Mall
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.
94S 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2194S?

The code MIDLGB2194S belongs to Pall Mall, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2194S?

MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2194S points to Pall Mall. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2194S.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2194S with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2194S with the recipient before you confirm.

Has HSBC Bank PLC got 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.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Do I need MIDLGB2194S for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MIDLGB2194S.

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