SWIFT/BIC code CLAOLU2LIUP
CLAOLU2LIUP belongs to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOLU2LIUP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOLU2L |
| Branch code | IUP |
| Bank | Calastone Limited |
| Branch | Cala2iup |
| City | Luxembourg |
| Country | Luxembourg |
How 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.
- IUP 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 CLAOLU2LIUP?
CLAOLU2LIUP is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cala2iup, a unit of Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CLAOLU2LIUP with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CLAOLU2LIUP with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Calastone Limited?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLAOLU2LIUP for a euro transfer to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CLAOLU2LIUP.
What is the best way to send money to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use CLAOLU2L instead of CLAOLU2LIUP?
CLAOLU2L points to the main office of Calastone Limited, while CLAOLU2LIUP is Cala2iup. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CLAOLU2LIUP if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.