SWIFT/BIC code CLAOLU2LSMW
CLAOLU2LSMW belongs to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOLU2LSMW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOLU2L |
| Branch code | SMW |
| Bank | Calastone Limited |
| Branch | Smith and Williamson |
| 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.
- SMW 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 BIC CLAOLU2LSMW?
CLAOLU2LSMW identifies Smith and Williamson, a unit of Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Calastone Limited take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLAOLU2LSMW for a euro transfer to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CLAOLU2LSMW.
What happens if I enter CLAOLU2LSMW incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CLAOLU2LSMW with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Calastone Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CLAOLU2L instead of CLAOLU2LSMW?
CLAOLU2L is the main office of Calastone Limited, while CLAOLU2LSMW points to Smith and Williamson. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CLAOLU2LSMW 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.