SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LRBB

CLAOGB2LRBB belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LRBB

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LRBB
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeRBB
BankCalastone LTD
BranchBarclays
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
RBB 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 bank uses SWIFT code CLAOGB2LRBB?

CLAOGB2LRBB identifies Barclays, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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 1–3 business days.

Do I need CLAOGB2LRBB for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CLAOGB2LRBB.

What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LRBB incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLAOGB2LRBB against the details from Calastone LTD before you confirm.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LRBB?

CLAOGB2L is the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LRBB points to Barclays. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LRBB.

What do the letters in CLAOGB2LRBB mean?

CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and RBB is the code of the department Barclays.

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