SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LARF

CLAOGB2LARF belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LARF

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LARF
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeARF
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCala2arf
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Calastone LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
ARF 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 bank uses BIC CLAOGB2LARF?

CLAOGB2LARF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cala2arf, a branch or department of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LARF incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLAOGB2LARF against the details from Calastone LTD before sending.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LARF?

CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LARF is Cala2arf. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LARF.

What do the letters in CLAOGB2LARF stand for?

CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and ARF is the code of the branch Cala2arf.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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