SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LMEA
CLAOGB2LMEA belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LMEA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | MEA |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2mea |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- MEA 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 BIC CLAOGB2LMEA?
CLAOGB2LMEA identifies Cala2mea, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LMEA stand for?
CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and MEA is the code of the department Cala2mea.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LMEA?
CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LMEA points to Cala2mea. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LMEA.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LMEA to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CLAOGB2LMEA.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LMEA with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLAOGB2LMEA 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.