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SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2195X

MIDLGB2195X belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2195X

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2195X
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code95X
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchHead Office Hbeu
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.
95X 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 BIC MIDLGB2195X?

MIDLGB2195X is the SWIFT/BIC code of Head Office Hbeu, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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 do the letters in MIDLGB2195X mean?

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 95X is the code of the branch Head Office Hbeu.

What happens if I use MIDLGB2195X incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MIDLGB2195X with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2195X?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2195X points to Head Office Hbeu. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MIDLGB2195X 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.