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SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LPDC

CLAOGB2LPDC belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LPDC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LPDC
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codePDC
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCala2pdc
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.
PDC 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 CLAOGB2LPDC?

CLAOGB2LPDC identifies Cala2pdc, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use CLAOGB2LPDC with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLAOGB2LPDC against the details from Calastone LTD before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Do I need CLAOGB2LPDC to send euros 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 CLAOGB2LPDC.

How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?

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

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LPDC?

CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LPDC points to Cala2pdc. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CLAOGB2LPDC if the recipient asks for it.

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