SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LBRO
CLAOGB2LBRO belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LBRO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | BRO |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Columbia Threadneedle Middle Office |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- BRO 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 is behind SWIFT code CLAOGB2LBRO?
CLAOGB2LBRO is the SWIFT/BIC code of Columbia Threadneedle Middle Office, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LBRO with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LBRO against the details from Calastone LTD before sending.
Do I need CLAOGB2LBRO for a euro transfer 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 CLAOGB2LBRO.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LBRO?
CLAOGB2L points to the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LBRO points to Columbia Threadneedle Middle Office. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLAOGB2LBRO if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.