SWIFT/BIC code COBCGB21XXX
COBCGB21XXX belongs to Construction Benefits Scheme LTD in Belfast, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBCGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBCGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Construction Benefits Scheme LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Belfast |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Construction Benefits Scheme LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COBC 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 BIC COBCGB21XXX?
The code COBCGB21XXX belongs to the head office of Construction Benefits Scheme LTD in Belfast, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Construction Benefits Scheme LTD does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Construction Benefits Scheme LTD in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Are COBCGB21 and COBCGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. COBCGB21 is the 8-character version of COBCGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Construction Benefits Scheme LTD in Belfast.
How long does a transfer to Construction Benefits Scheme LTD 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 COBCGB21XXX 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. If you send another currency you do need COBCGB21XXX.
What does each part of COBCGB21XXX mean?
COBC is the bank code of Construction Benefits Scheme LTD, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.