SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCAV

CLAOGB2LCAV belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LCAV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LCAV
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeCAV
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCala2cav
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
CAV 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCAV?

The code CLAOGB2LCAV belongs to Cala2cav, 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 happens if I use CLAOGB2LCAV incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLAOGB2LCAV with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of CLAOGB2LCAV stand for?

CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and CAV is the code of the department Cala2cav.

Has Calastone LTD got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Calastone LTD.

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

Banks often 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.

Do I need CLAOGB2LCAV to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CLAOGB2LCAV.

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