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SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LAVW

CLAOGB2LAVW belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LAVW

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LAVW
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeAVW
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCala2aviva
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
AVW 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 CLAOGB2LAVW?

CLAOGB2LAVW is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cala2aviva, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need CLAOGB2LAVW for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need CLAOGB2LAVW.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LAVW?

CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LAVW is Cala2aviva. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLAOGB2LAVW if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Calastone LTD?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LAVW with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLAOGB2LAVW with the recipient before you confirm.

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