CHASGB2LHFS — JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.
CHASGB2LHFS is the SWIFT/BIC code for JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
CHASGB2LHFS is the SWIFT/BIC code for JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: CHASGB2L
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2L |
| Branch | HEDGE FUND SERVICES SPECIFIC BIC |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code CHASGB2LHFS belong to?
The SWIFT code CHASGB2LHFS identifies JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. in LONDON, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code CHASGB2LHFS mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of CHASGB2LHFS are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CHAS) represent the bank code for JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2L) specify the location code; and the final characters (HFS) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code CHASGB2LHFS active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) CHASGB2LHFS 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 CHASGB2L instead of CHASGB2LHFS?
Yes. The 8-character code CHASGB2L represents the primary headquarters of JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.. The 11-character code CHASGB2LHFS targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to CHASGB2L (or CHASGB2LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to CHASGB2LHFS?
The physical address registered for CHASGB2LHFS is: 25 BANK STREET, CANARY WHARF, E14 5JP, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the CHASGB2LHFS code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code CHASGB2LHFS 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).