SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCTW
CLAOGB2LCTW belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LCTW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | CTW |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2ctw |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- CTW 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCTW?
The code CLAOGB2LCTW belongs to Cala2ctw, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LCTW mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and CTW identifies the department Cala2ctw.
Does Calastone LTD have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Calastone LTD.
What happens if I use CLAOGB2LCTW incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LCTW against the details from Calastone LTD before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LCTW to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need CLAOGB2LCTW.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.