SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LFRO
CLAOGB2LFRO belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LFRO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | FRO |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Calafro |
| 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.
- FRO 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LFRO?
CLAOGB2LFRO is the SWIFT/BIC code of Calafro, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Calastone LTD have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Do I need CLAOGB2LFRO to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLAOGB2LFRO.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LFRO?
CLAOGB2L is the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LFRO points to Calafro. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLAOGB2LFRO if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.