SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LSJP
CLAOGB2LSJP belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LSJP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | SJP |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2stjamespalace |
| 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.
- SJP 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
What bank uses SWIFT code CLAOGB2LSJP?
The code CLAOGB2LSJP belongs to Cala2stjamespalace, a branch or department of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need CLAOGB2LSJP to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CLAOGB2LSJP.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use CLAOGB2LSJP incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LSJP against the details from Calastone LTD before sending.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LSJP?
CLAOGB2L points to the main office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LSJP points to Cala2stjamespalace. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLAOGB2LSJP if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LSJP stand for?
CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and SJP identifies the branch Cala2stjamespalace.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.