SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LAPF
CLAOGB2LAPF belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LAPF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | APF |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Calaapf |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- APF 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 code CLAOGB2LAPF?
The code CLAOGB2LAPF belongs to Calaapf, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LAPF mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and APF is the code of the department Calaapf.
Do I need CLAOGB2LAPF for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLAOGB2LAPF.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LAPF?
CLAOGB2L is the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LAPF is Calaapf. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LAPF.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.