SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LAXM

CLAOGB2LAXM belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LAXM

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LAXM
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeAXM
BankCalastone LTD
BranchAxa Im
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
AXM 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 branch is behind SWIFT code CLAOGB2LAXM?

CLAOGB2LAXM identifies Axa Im, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LAXM?

CLAOGB2L is the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LAXM is Axa Im. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LAXM.

What does each part of CLAOGB2LAXM stand for?

CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and AXM identifies the department Axa Im.

Do I need CLAOGB2LAXM for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need CLAOGB2LAXM.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does Calastone LTD have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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