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SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LBLA

CLAOGB2LBLA belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LBLA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LBLA
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeBLA
BankCalastone LTD
BranchBlackrock
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
BLA 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 uses BIC CLAOGB2LBLA?

CLAOGB2LBLA identifies Blackrock, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need CLAOGB2LBLA to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CLAOGB2LBLA.

What do the letters in CLAOGB2LBLA stand for?

CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and BLA is the code of the department Blackrock.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LBLA?

CLAOGB2L is the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LBLA points to Blackrock. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LBLA.

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