SWIFT/BIC code CISSGB21XXX
CISSGB21XXX belongs to Cis (Pension Fund) in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CISSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CISSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cis (Pension Fund) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Cis (Pension Fund) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CISS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 CISSGB21XXX?
CISSGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Cis (Pension Fund) in Manchester, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Cis (Pension Fund) does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use CISSGB21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CISSGB21XXX against the details from Cis (Pension Fund) before you confirm.
Does Cis (Pension Fund) have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CISSGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Cis (Pension Fund) in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are CISSGB21 and CISSGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CISSGB21 is the short version of CISSGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Cis (Pension Fund) in Manchester.
Do I need CISSGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CISSGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Cis (Pension Fund) take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.