SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LSLS
CLAOGB2LSLS belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LSLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | SLS |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2sls |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- SLS 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 CLAOGB2LSLS?
The code CLAOGB2LSLS belongs to Cala2sls, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LSLS for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need CLAOGB2LSLS.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LSLS mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and SLS identifies the branch Cala2sls.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LSLS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLAOGB2LSLS with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Calastone LTD?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.