SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LHSS

CLAOGB2LHSS belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LHSS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LHSS
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeHSS
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCala2hss
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
HSS 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 CLAOGB2LHSS?

CLAOGB2LHSS identifies Cala2hss, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use CLAOGB2LHSS incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLAOGB2LHSS against the details from Calastone LTD before you confirm.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LHSS?

CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LHSS is Cala2hss. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LHSS.

What do the letters in CLAOGB2LHSS mean?

CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and HSS is the code of the department Cala2hss.

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.

How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.