SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LVGB
CLAOGB2LVGB belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LVGB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | VGB |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Varius Global Bond Fund |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Calastone LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- VGB 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 CLAOGB2LVGB?
CLAOGB2LVGB identifies Varius Global Bond Fund, a unit 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 CLAOGB2LVGB to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLAOGB2LVGB.
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 1–3 business days.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LVGB mean?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and VGB identifies the branch Varius Global Bond Fund.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LVGB with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LVGB with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers 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.