SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LIFS
CLAOGB2LIFS belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LIFS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | IFS |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- IFS 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 CLAOGB2LIFS?
CLAOGB2LIFS identifies Calastone LTD, a branch or department of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LIFS?
CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LIFS points to Calastone LTD. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LIFS.
What happens if I use CLAOGB2LIFS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LIFS with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LIFS mean?
CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and IFS is the code of the department Calastone LTD.
Does Calastone LTD have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Calastone LTD.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.