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SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LMFA

CLAOGB2LMFA belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LMFA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LMFA
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeMFA
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCalamfa
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
MFA 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 SWIFT code CLAOGB2LMFA?

CLAOGB2LMFA identifies Calamfa, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use CLAOGB2LMFA with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLAOGB2LMFA with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in CLAOGB2LMFA mean?

CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and MFA identifies the branch Calamfa.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LMFA?

CLAOGB2L is the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LMFA is Calamfa. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLAOGB2LMFA if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need CLAOGB2LMFA for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CLAOGB2LMFA.

How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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