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SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LMGF

CLAOGB2LMGF belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LMGF

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LMGF
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeMGF
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCalamgf
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
MGF 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LMGF?

The code CLAOGB2LMGF belongs to Calamgf, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in CLAOGB2LMGF mean?

CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and MGF identifies the department Calamgf.

Do I need CLAOGB2LMGF for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLAOGB2LMGF.

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

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

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LMGF?

CLAOGB2L points to the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LMGF is Calamgf. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LMGF.

What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LMGF with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLAOGB2LMGF 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.