SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LBDL
CLAOGB2LBDL belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LBDL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | BDL |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2bdl |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Calastone LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- BDL 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 uses SWIFT code CLAOGB2LBDL?
CLAOGB2LBDL identifies Cala2bdl, a branch or department 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 CLAOGB2LBDL?
CLAOGB2L is the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LBDL is Cala2bdl. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LBDL.
Do I need CLAOGB2LBDL to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CLAOGB2LBDL.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LBDL incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LBDL with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LBDL mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and BDL identifies the department Cala2bdl.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.