SWIFT/BIC code CLAOLU2LCTW
CLAOLU2LCTW belongs to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOLU2LCTW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOLU2L |
| Branch code | CTW |
| Bank | Calastone Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | Luxembourg |
| Country | Luxembourg |
The way the Calastone Limited 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.
- LU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CTW 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 SWIFT/BIC code CLAOLU2LCTW?
The code CLAOLU2LCTW belongs to Calastone Limited, a branch or department of Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use CLAOLU2LCTW incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLAOLU2LCTW with the recipient before sending.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CLAOLU2L instead of CLAOLU2LCTW?
CLAOLU2L points to the head office of Calastone Limited, while CLAOLU2LCTW points to Calastone Limited. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOLU2LCTW.
What do the letters in CLAOLU2LCTW stand for?
CLAO is the institution code of Calastone Limited, LU is the ISO code of Luxembourg, 2L is the code for the city or region and CTW is the code of the department Calastone Limited.
Do I need CLAOLU2LCTW to send euros to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg is part of 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 still need CLAOLU2LCTW.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.