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SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LPBS

CLAOGB2LPBS belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LPBS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LPBS
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codePBS
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCalapds
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.
PBS 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 BIC CLAOGB2LPBS?

The code CLAOGB2LPBS belongs to Calapds, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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.

What does each part of CLAOGB2LPBS mean?

CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and PBS is the code of the department Calapds.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LPBS?

CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LPBS is Calapds. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LPBS.

How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need CLAOGB2LPBS 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. If you send another currency you do need CLAOGB2LPBS.

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