SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LSOC
CLAOGB2LSOC belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LSOC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | SOC |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | — |
| 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.
- SOC 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 BIC CLAOGB2LSOC?
The code CLAOGB2LSOC belongs to Calastone LTD, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LSOC with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLAOGB2LSOC against the details from Calastone LTD before you confirm.
What do the letters in CLAOGB2LSOC mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and SOC identifies the department Calastone LTD.
Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LSOC?
CLAOGB2L points to the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LSOC is Calastone LTD. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CLAOGB2LSOC if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.