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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2195S

MIDLGB2195S belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2195S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2195S
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code95S
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchManchester St Ann's
CityManchester
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
95S 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 BIC MIDLGB2195S?

MIDLGB2195S is the SWIFT/BIC code of Manchester St Ann's, part of HSBC Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MIDLGB2195S to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2195S.

What do the letters in MIDLGB2195S stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 95S is the code of the branch Manchester St Ann's.

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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2195S?

MIDLGB21 points to the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2195S points to Manchester St Ann's. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2195S if the recipient asks for it.

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