AZGTGB2LGPH — ASTRAZENECA TREASURY LIMITED
AZGTGB2LGPH is the SWIFT/BIC code for ASTRAZENECA TREASURY LIMITED in CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
AZGTGB2LGPH is the SWIFT/BIC code for ASTRAZENECA TREASURY LIMITED in CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: AZGTGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | ASTRAZENECA TREASURY LIMITED |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | GLOBAL PAYMENT HUB |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code AZGTGB2LGPH belong to?
The SWIFT code AZGTGB2LGPH identifies ASTRAZENECA TREASURY LIMITED in CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code AZGTGB2LGPH mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of AZGTGB2LGPH are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (AZGT) represent the bank code for ASTRAZENECA TREASURY LIMITED; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (GPH) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code AZGTGB2LGPH active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) AZGTGB2LGPH is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2L' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code AZGTGB2L instead of AZGTGB2LGPH?
Yes. The 8-character code AZGTGB2L represents the primary headquarters of ASTRAZENECA TREASURY LIMITED. The 11-character code AZGTGB2LGPH targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to AZGTGB2L (or AZGTGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to AZGTGB2LGPH?
The physical address registered for AZGTGB2LGPH is: CAMBRIDGE BIOMEDICAL CAMPUS, 1 FRANCIS CRICK AVENUE, CB2 0AA, CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the AZGTGB2LGPH code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code AZGTGB2LGPH is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United Kingdom. Domestic GBP clearings route via BACS, CHAPS and Faster Payments rather than SWIFT.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).