SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LKCM
CLAOGB2LKCM belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LKCM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | KCM |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Kames Capital Management |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Calastone LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- KCM 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 branch uses SWIFT code CLAOGB2LKCM?
CLAOGB2LKCM identifies Kames Capital 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.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LKCM?
CLAOGB2L is the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LKCM points to Kames Capital Management. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLAOGB2LKCM if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LKCM mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and KCM identifies the department Kames Capital Management.
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. 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, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LKCM 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 CLAOGB2LKCM.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.