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SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LAAM

CLAOGB2LAAM belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LAAM

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LAAM
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeAAM
BankCalastone LTD
BranchAberdeen
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Calastone LTD SWIFT/BIC works

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.
AAM 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LAAM?

CLAOGB2LAAM identifies Aberdeen, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need CLAOGB2LAAM to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need CLAOGB2LAAM.

How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I use CLAOGB2LAAM incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLAOGB2LAAM with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LAAM?

CLAOGB2L is the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LAAM points to Aberdeen. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LAAM.

What does each part of CLAOGB2LAAM mean?

CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and AAM identifies the branch Aberdeen.

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