SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LOIF

CLAOGB2LOIF belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LOIF

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LOIF
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeOIF
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCala2octopus
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
OIF 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/BIC code CLAOGB2LOIF?

CLAOGB2LOIF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cala2octopus, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Calastone LTD have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Calastone LTD.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need CLAOGB2LOIF for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CLAOGB2LOIF.

How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LOIF?

CLAOGB2L points to the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LOIF is Cala2octopus. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LOIF.

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