SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCAZ

CLAOGB2LCAZ belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LCAZ

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LCAZ
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeCAZ
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCazenove
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
CAZ 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 CLAOGB2LCAZ?

The code CLAOGB2LCAZ belongs to Cazenove, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need CLAOGB2LCAZ for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need CLAOGB2LCAZ.

How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?

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

What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?

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

What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LCAZ with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLAOGB2LCAZ against the details from Calastone LTD before you confirm.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LCAZ?

CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LCAZ points to Cazenove. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LCAZ.

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