SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LKES
CLAOGB2LKES belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LKES |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | KES |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2kes |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- KES 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 CLAOGB2LKES?
The code CLAOGB2LKES belongs to Cala2kes, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need CLAOGB2LKES for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLAOGB2LKES.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LKES mean?
CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and KES is the code of the branch Cala2kes.
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.
What happens if I use CLAOGB2LKES with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLAOGB2LKES with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.