SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LLPB
CLAOGB2LLPB belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LLPB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | LPB |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Lloyds Private Banking |
| 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.
- LPB 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 is behind BIC CLAOGB2LLPB?
CLAOGB2LLPB identifies Lloyds Private Banking, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need CLAOGB2LLPB to send euros 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. If you send another currency you still need CLAOGB2LLPB.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LLPB mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and LPB identifies the department Lloyds Private Banking.
What is the best way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LLPB?
CLAOGB2L is the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LLPB points to Lloyds Private Banking. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLAOGB2LLPB if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.