SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LGSF
CLAOGB2LGSF belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LGSF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | GSF |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Grant Samuel Funds Management |
| 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.
- GSF 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LGSF?
The code CLAOGB2LGSF belongs to Grant Samuel Funds Management, 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 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need CLAOGB2LGSF to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CLAOGB2LGSF.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LGSF mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and GSF is the code of the branch Grant Samuel Funds Management.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use CLAOGB2LGSF incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LGSF with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.