SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2196A

MIDLGB2196A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

MIDLGB2196A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMIDLGB2196A
8-character codeMIDLGB21
Branch code96A
BankHSBC Bank PLC
BranchMortgage Services Hbeu
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
96A 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 is behind BIC MIDLGB2196A?

The code MIDLGB2196A belongs to Mortgage Services Hbeu, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of MIDLGB2196A stand for?

MIDL is the institution code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 96A is the code of the department Mortgage Services Hbeu.

Does HSBC Bank PLC have 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.

Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2196A?

MIDLGB21 is the head office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2196A is Mortgage Services Hbeu. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MIDLGB2196A.

What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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