SWIFT/BIC code CMBGGB21XXX
CMBGGB21XXX belongs to Cambridge Building Society in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBGGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBGGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cambridge Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cambridge |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Cambridge Building Society SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CMBG 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code CMBGGB21XXX?
CMBGGB21XXX identifies the head office of Cambridge Building Society in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Cambridge Building Society does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Cambridge Building Society?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Are CMBGGB21 and CMBGGB21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CMBGGB21 is the 8-character version of CMBGGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Cambridge Building Society in Cambridge.
How long does it take to send money to Cambridge Building Society?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CMBGGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CMBGGB21XXX.
What does each part of CMBGGB21XXX mean?
CMBG is the institution code of Cambridge Building Society, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.