SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LRBH
CLAOGB2LRBH belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LRBH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | RBH |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Henderson |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- RBH 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 is behind BIC CLAOGB2LRBH?
CLAOGB2LRBH identifies Henderson, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LRBH stand for?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and RBH identifies the branch Henderson.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LRBH 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 CLAOGB2LRBH.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LRBH incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LRBH with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.