SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LHES
CLAOGB2LHES belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LHES |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | HES |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Hang Seng |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Calastone LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CLAO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- HES 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 uses BIC CLAOGB2LHES?
The code CLAOGB2LHES belongs to Hang Seng, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use CLAOGB2LHES incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LHES with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need CLAOGB2LHES for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need CLAOGB2LHES.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LHES mean?
CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and HES identifies the branch Hang Seng.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.