SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LMDF
CLAOGB2LMDF belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LMDF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | MDF |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Calamdf |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Calastone LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- MDF 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 CLAOGB2LMDF?
CLAOGB2LMDF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Calamdf, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LMDF to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CLAOGB2LMDF.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LMDF incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLAOGB2LMDF with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LMDF stand for?
CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and MDF identifies the branch Calamdf.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LMDF?
CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LMDF is Calamdf. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLAOGB2LMDF 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.