SWIFT/BIC code CLAOGB2LZZA
CLAOGB2LZZA belongs to Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOGB2LZZA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOGB2L |
| Branch code | ZZA |
| Bank | Calastone LTD |
| Branch | Cala2zza |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- ZZA 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 CLAOGB2LZZA?
CLAOGB2LZZA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cala2zza, part of Calastone LTD in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CLAOGB2LZZA stand for?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone LTD, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and ZZA is the code of the branch Cala2zza.
Do I need CLAOGB2LZZA to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CLAOGB2LZZA.
How long does a transfer to Calastone LTD take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Calastone LTD?
Many banks 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.
What happens if I enter CLAOGB2LZZA incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOGB2LZZA 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.