SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LFAC
CLAOGB2LFAC belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LFAC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | FAC |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala 2fandc |
| 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.
- FAC 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 BIC CLAOGB2LFAC?
CLAOGB2LFAC identifies Cala 2fandc, a unit 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 CLAOGB2LFAC mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and FAC identifies the department Cala 2fandc.
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.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need CLAOGB2LFAC for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CLAOGB2LFAC.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.