SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LSND
CLAOGB2LSND belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LSND |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | SND |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2snd |
| 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.
- SND 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 CLAOGB2LSND?
CLAOGB2LSND identifies Cala2snd, a unit of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLAOGB2LSND 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 CLAOGB2LSND.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LSND?
CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LSND is Cala2snd. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLAOGB2LSND if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LSND incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LSND with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.