SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LVUV

CLAOGB2LVUV belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.

CLAOGB2LVUV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCLAOGB2LVUV
8-character codeCLAOGB2L
Branch codeVUV
BankCalastone LTD
BranchCala2vuv
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
VUV 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 branch is behind BIC CLAOGB2LVUV?

CLAOGB2LVUV identifies Cala2vuv, a branch or department of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use CLAOGB2L instead of CLAOGB2LVUV?

CLAOGB2L is the head office of Calastone LTD, while CLAOGB2LVUV points to Cala2vuv. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOGB2LVUV.

Has Calastone LTD got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 628 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone LTD in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Calastone LTD.

What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LVUV incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LVUV with the recipient before you confirm.

What do the letters in CLAOGB2LVUV stand for?

CLAO is the institution code of Calastone LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and VUV is the code of the branch Cala2vuv.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone LTD in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives 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.