SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LFBI
CLAOGB2LFBI belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LFBI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | FBI |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2fbi |
| 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.
- FBI 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LFBI?
The code CLAOGB2LFBI belongs to Cala2fbi, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LFBI for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CLAOGB2LFBI.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LFBI?
CLAOGB2L points to the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LFBI points to Cala2fbi. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLAOGB2LFBI if the recipient asks for it.
Has Calastone LTD got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Calastone LTD.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LFBI incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LFBI against the details from Calastone LTD before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.