SWIFT/BIC code CLAOLU2LSTN
CLAOLU2LSTN belongs to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLAOLU2LSTN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLAOLU2L |
| Branch code | STN |
| Bank | Calastone Limited |
| Branch | Standard Life |
| 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.
- STN 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 CLAOLU2LSTN?
CLAOLU2LSTN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Standard Life, part of Calastone Limited in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Calastone Limited in Luxembourg?
Many banks add several percent 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.
What does each part of CLAOLU2LSTN mean?
CLAO is the institution code of Calastone Limited, LU is the ISO code of Luxembourg, 2L is the location code and STN identifies the department Standard Life.
Can I use CLAOLU2L instead of CLAOLU2LSTN?
CLAOLU2L is the head office of Calastone Limited, while CLAOLU2LSTN is Standard Life. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CLAOLU2LSTN if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Calastone Limited take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CLAOLU2LSTN for a euro transfer to Luxembourg?
Luxembourg belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CLAOLU2LSTN.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.