SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCTB
CLAOGB2LCTB belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LCTB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | CTB |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2ctb |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- CTB 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCTB?
The code CLAOGB2LCTB belongs to Cala2ctb, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LCTB to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CLAOGB2LCTB.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LCTB with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLAOGB2LCTB against the details from Calastone LTD before sending.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LCTB?
CLAOGB2L is the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LCTB points to Cala2ctb. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LCTB.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LCTB stand for?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and CTB identifies the branch Cala2ctb.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.