SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2194W
MIDLGB2194W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2194W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 94W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | HSBC Banking |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 94W 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 uses BIC MIDLGB2194W?
MIDLGB2194W is the SWIFT/BIC code of HSBC Banking, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter MIDLGB2194W with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MIDLGB2194W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2194W mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 94W is the code of the department HSBC Banking.
Do I need MIDLGB2194W 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 MIDLGB2194W.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2194W?
MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2194W points to HSBC Banking. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2194W.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.