SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LHGF
CLAOGB2LHGF belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LHGF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | HGF |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Hargreaves Funds |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- HGF 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 uses SWIFT code CLAOGB2LHGF?
The code CLAOGB2LHGF belongs to Hargreaves Funds, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Calastone LTD got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LHGF?
CLAOGB2L points to the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LHGF points to Hargreaves Funds. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CLAOGB2LHGF if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need CLAOGB2LHGF 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. For other currencies you still need CLAOGB2LHGF.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments 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.