SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LDOY

CLAOGB2LDOY belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LDOY

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LDOY
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeDOY
BankCalastone LTD
BranchDoherty Pic
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Calastone LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
DOY 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 code CLAOGB2LDOY?

CLAOGB2LDOY identifies Doherty Pic, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of CLAOGB2LDOY stand for?

CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and DOY identifies the department Doherty Pic.

How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?

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 CLAOGB2LDOY to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CLAOGB2LDOY.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LDOY?

CLAOGB2L is the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LDOY points to Doherty Pic. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LDOY.

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