SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCSW
CLAOGB2LCSW belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LCSW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | CSW |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Calacsw |
| 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.
- CSW 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
What bank is behind BIC CLAOGB2LCSW?
CLAOGB2LCSW identifies Calacsw, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LCSW stand for?
CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and CSW identifies the branch Calacsw.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LCSW?
CLAOGB2L is the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LCSW points to Calacsw. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LCSW.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LCSW incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LCSW with the recipient before sending.
Does Calastone LTD have 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 cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.