SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LMED
CLAOGB2LMED belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LMED |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | MED |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Medina Asset Management |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- MED 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LMED?
CLAOGB2LMED is the SWIFT/BIC code of Medina Asset Management, a branch or department of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LMED mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and MED is the code of the branch Medina Asset Management.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LMED?
CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LMED points to Medina Asset Management. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLAOGB2LMED if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use CLAOGB2LMED with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLAOGB2LMED with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need CLAOGB2LMED to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need CLAOGB2LMED.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.