SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LABA
CLAOGB2LABA belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LABA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | ABA |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2aberdeenaust |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- ABA 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LABA?
The code CLAOGB2LABA belongs to Cala2aberdeenaust, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LABA stand for?
CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and ABA identifies the department Cala2aberdeenaust.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LABA with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLAOGB2LABA against the details from Calastone LTD before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Calastone LTD have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LABA?
CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LABA points to Cala2aberdeenaust. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CLAOGB2LABA if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.