SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LCWC

CLAOGB2LCWC belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LCWC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LCWC
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeCWC
BankCalastone LTD
BranchWalker Cripps
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.
CWC 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 CLAOGB2LCWC?

The code CLAOGB2LCWC belongs to Walker Cripps, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LCWC?

CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LCWC is Walker Cripps. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LCWC.

What does each part of CLAOGB2LCWC mean?

CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and CWC is the code of the department Walker Cripps.

Has Calastone LTD got other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LCWC incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LCWC with the recipient before sending.

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