SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LAVF
CLAOGB2LAVF belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LAVF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | AVF |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Aviva Investors UK Funds |
| 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.
- AVF 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 BIC CLAOGB2LAVF?
CLAOGB2LAVF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Aviva Investors UK Funds, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Calastone LTD have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
What happens if I use CLAOGB2LAVF incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLAOGB2LAVF against the details from Calastone LTD before you confirm.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LAVF?
CLAOGB2L points to the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LAVF is Aviva Investors UK Funds. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CLAOGB2LAVF if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LAVF stand for?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and AVF is the code of the department Aviva Investors UK Funds.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.