SWIFT/BIC code CLAOLU2LAXW
CLAOLU2LAXW belongs to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOLU2LAXW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOLU2L |
| Branch code | AXW |
| Bank | Calastone Limited |
| Branch | Cala2axw |
| 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.
- AXW 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 uses BIC CLAOLU2LAXW?
CLAOLU2LAXW identifies Cala2axw, part of Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use CLAOLU2LAXW incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLAOLU2LAXW with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in CLAOLU2LAXW stand for?
CLAO is the bank code of Calastone Limited, LU stands for Luxembourg, 2L is the location code and AXW is the code of the department Cala2axw.
Do I need CLAOLU2LAXW to send euros to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CLAOLU2LAXW.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.