SWIFT/BIC code CLAOLU2LPIO
CLAOLU2LPIO belongs to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOLU2LPIO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOLU2L |
| Branch code | PIO |
| Bank | Calastone Limited |
| Branch | Cala2 |
| City | Luxembourg |
| Country | Luxembourg |
How 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.
- PIO 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 CLAOLU2LPIO?
CLAOLU2LPIO is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cala2, 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 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 – the difference can be large.
Can I use CLAOLU2L instead of CLAOLU2LPIO?
CLAOLU2L points to the head office of Calastone Limited, while CLAOLU2LPIO is Cala2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLAOLU2LPIO if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use CLAOLU2LPIO incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CLAOLU2LPIO against the details from Calastone Limited before you confirm.
Do I need CLAOLU2LPIO to send euros to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CLAOLU2LPIO.
How long does a transfer to Calastone Limited take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.