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SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCFI

CLAOGB2LCFI belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LCFI

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LCFI
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeCFI
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCala2cfi
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
CFI 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCFI?

CLAOGB2LCFI identifies Cala2cfi, a branch or department of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take in United Kingdom?

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

Do I need CLAOGB2LCFI for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CLAOGB2LCFI.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LCFI?

CLAOGB2L points to the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LCFI is Cala2cfi. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CLAOGB2LCFI if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of CLAOGB2LCFI stand for?

CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and CFI is the code of the department Cala2cfi.

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