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SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LFDS

CLAOGB2LFDS belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LFDS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LFDS
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeFDS
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCalafds
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.
FDS 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

What bank uses SWIFT code CLAOGB2LFDS?

CLAOGB2LFDS identifies Calafds, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of CLAOGB2LFDS stand for?

CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and FDS is the code of the branch Calafds.

Has Calastone LTD got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Calastone LTD.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LFDS?

CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LFDS points to Calafds. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LFDS.

Do I need CLAOGB2LFDS 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 do need CLAOGB2LFDS.

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