SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2195W
MIDLGB2195W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2195W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 95W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Gbm Pcm Accounts |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 95W 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 SWIFT code MIDLGB2195W?
The code MIDLGB2195W belongs to Gbm Pcm Accounts, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2195W?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2195W is Gbm Pcm Accounts. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2195W if the recipient asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2195W incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2195W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in MIDLGB2195W mean?
MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 95W is the code of the branch Gbm Pcm Accounts.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.