SWIFT/BIC code CLAOLU2LAXF
CLAOLU2LAXF belongs to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOLU2LAXF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOLU2L |
| Branch code | AXF |
| Bank | Calastone Limited |
| Branch | Axa UK |
| City | Luxembourg |
| Country | Luxembourg |
The way the Calastone Limited 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.
- LU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- AXF 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 SWIFT/BIC code CLAOLU2LAXF?
CLAOLU2LAXF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Axa UK, a branch or department of Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use CLAOLU2L instead of CLAOLU2LAXF?
CLAOLU2L is the head office of Calastone Limited, while CLAOLU2LAXF is Axa UK. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLAOLU2LAXF if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need CLAOLU2LAXF for a euro transfer to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLAOLU2LAXF.
How long does a transfer to Calastone Limited take in Luxembourg?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Calastone Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 186 SWIFT/BIC codes for Calastone Limited in Luxembourg. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.