SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LAXF

CLAOGB2LAXF belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LAXF

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LAXF
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeAXF
BankCalastone LTD
Branch—
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
AXF 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 SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LAXF?

CLAOGB2LAXF identifies Calastone LTD, a branch or department of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Has Calastone LTD got 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. All of them are listed on the page of Calastone LTD.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need CLAOGB2LAXF 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 CLAOGB2LAXF.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LAXF?

CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LAXF points to Calastone LTD. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CLAOGB2LAXF if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use CLAOGB2LAXF with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LAXF with the recipient before sending.

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