SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LIFH
CLAOGB2LIFH belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LIFH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | IFH |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2 |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Calastone LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- IFH 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 BIC CLAOGB2LIFH?
The code CLAOGB2LIFH belongs to Cala2, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use CLAOGB2LIFH with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLAOGB2LIFH with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LIFH mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and IFH identifies the department Cala2.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LIFH?
CLAOGB2L is the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LIFH is Cala2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLAOGB2LIFH if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LIFH for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CLAOGB2LIFH.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.