SWIFT/BIC code CMBSGB21XXX
CMBSGB21XXX belongs to Cumberland Building Society in Carlisle, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMBSGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMBSGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cumberland Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Carlisle |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Cumberland Building Society SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CMBS 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code CMBSGB21XXX?
CMBSGB21XXX identifies the headquarters of Cumberland Building Society in Carlisle, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Cumberland Building Society does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Cumberland Building Society?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use CMBSGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CMBSGB21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in CMBSGB21XXX stand for?
CMBS is the bank code of Cumberland Building Society, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Do I need CMBSGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CMBSGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Cumberland Building Society take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.