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SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LACU

CLAOGB2LACU belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LACU

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LACU
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeACU
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCala2afpcuprum
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Calastone LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
ACU 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 CLAOGB2LACU?

CLAOGB2LACU identifies Cala2afpcuprum, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need CLAOGB2LACU for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CLAOGB2LACU.

What happens if I use CLAOGB2LACU incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LACU 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 1–3% 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.

What do the letters in CLAOGB2LACU mean?

CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and ACU is the code of the department Cala2afpcuprum.

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