SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LPOL

CLAOGB2LPOL belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LPOL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LPOL
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codePOL
BankCalastone LTD
BranchPolar Capital Partners
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.
POL 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 is behind SWIFT code CLAOGB2LPOL?

CLAOGB2LPOL identifies Polar Capital Partners, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LPOL with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LPOL against the details from Calastone LTD before you confirm.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LPOL?

CLAOGB2L is the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LPOL is Polar Capital Partners. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LPOL.

Do I need CLAOGB2LPOL for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLAOGB2LPOL.

Has Calastone LTD got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Calastone LTD.

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