SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2195A
MIDLGB2195A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2195A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 95A |
| 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.
- 95A 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2195A?
MIDLGB2195A identifies HSBC Banking, a unit of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2195A?
MIDLGB21 is the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2195A points to HSBC Banking. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MIDLGB2195A if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2195A mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 95A identifies the branch HSBC Banking.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2195A incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MIDLGB2195A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.