SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LBPP
CLAOGB2LBPP belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LBPP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | BPP |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- BPP 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 BIC CLAOGB2LBPP?
CLAOGB2LBPP is the SWIFT/BIC code of Calastone LTD, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LBPP?
CLAOGB2L is the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LBPP points to Calastone LTD. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CLAOGB2LBPP if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need CLAOGB2LBPP to send euros 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. For other currencies you still need CLAOGB2LBPP.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use CLAOGB2LBPP incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLAOGB2LBPP against the details from Calastone LTD before sending.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LBPP stand for?
CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and BPP identifies the branch Calastone LTD.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.