SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCIF
CLAOGB2LCIF belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LCIF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | CIF |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2cfjmfinn |
| 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.
- CIF 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 CLAOGB2LCIF?
The code CLAOGB2LCIF belongs to Cala2cfjmfinn, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LCIF stand for?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and CIF identifies the branch Cala2cfjmfinn.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LCIF to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CLAOGB2LCIF.
Does Calastone LTD have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.