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SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LLGD

CLAOGB2LLGD belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LLGD

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LLGD
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeLGD
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCala2lgd
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
LGD 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 CLAOGB2LLGD?

CLAOGB2LLGD is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cala2lgd, a branch or department of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in CLAOGB2LLGD mean?

CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and LGD is the code of the department Cala2lgd.

What happens if I use CLAOGB2LLGD with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LLGD with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LLGD?

CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LLGD points to Cala2lgd. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLAOGB2LLGD if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need CLAOGB2LLGD for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CLAOGB2LLGD.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.