SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCAI
CLAOGB2LCAI belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LCAI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | CAI |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2cai |
| 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.
- CAI 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 SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCAI?
The code CLAOGB2LCAI belongs to Cala2cai, 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 do the letters in CLAOGB2LCAI stand for?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and CAI identifies the department Cala2cai.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LCAI incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLAOGB2LCAI with the recipient before sending.
Do I need CLAOGB2LCAI for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CLAOGB2LCAI.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services 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.