SWIFT/BIC code CLAOLU2LPER
CLAOLU2LPER belongs to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOLU2LPER |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOLU2L |
| Branch code | PER |
| Bank | Calastone Limited |
| Branch | Pershing |
| City | Luxembourg |
| Country | Luxembourg |
The way the Calastone Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- PER 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code CLAOLU2LPER?
The code CLAOLU2LPER belongs to Pershing, part of Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need CLAOLU2LPER 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. For other currencies you do need CLAOLU2LPER.
How long does a transfer to Calastone Limited take in Luxembourg?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of CLAOLU2LPER 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 PER identifies the branch Pershing.
Can I use CLAOLU2L instead of CLAOLU2LPER?
CLAOLU2L points to the head office of Calastone Limited, while CLAOLU2LPER is Pershing. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CLAOLU2LPER.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.