SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LRLA
CLAOGB2LRLA belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LRLA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | RLA |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2rla |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- RLA 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/BIC code CLAOGB2LRLA?
The code CLAOGB2LRLA belongs to Cala2rla, a branch or department 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 CLAOGB2LRLA incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLAOGB2LRLA with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need CLAOGB2LRLA for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need CLAOGB2LRLA.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LRLA mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and RLA is the code of the department Cala2rla.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.