SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LBDT
CLAOGB2LBDT belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LBDT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | BDT |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Bdt Invest |
| 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.
- BDT 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 BIC CLAOGB2LBDT?
The code CLAOGB2LBDT belongs to Bdt Invest, a branch or department of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LBDT with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LBDT with the recipient before sending.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LBDT?
CLAOGB2L is the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LBDT points to Bdt Invest. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CLAOGB2LBDT if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LBDT to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLAOGB2LBDT.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.