SWIFT/BIC code COOKGB22XXX
COOKGB22XXX belongs to Travelex Global and Financial Services LTD in Peterborough, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COOKGB22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COOKGB22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Travelex Global and Financial Services LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Peterborough |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Travelex Global and Financial Services LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COOK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 uses SWIFT code COOKGB22XXX?
The code COOKGB22XXX belongs to the main office of Travelex Global and Financial Services LTD in Peterborough, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Travelex Global and Financial Services LTD.
Do I need COOKGB22XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of 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 COOKGB22XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Travelex Global and Financial Services LTD?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are COOKGB22 and COOKGB22XXX the same code?
Yes. COOKGB22 is the short version of COOKGB22XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Travelex Global and Financial Services LTD in Peterborough.
What is the best way to send money to Travelex Global and Financial Services LTD in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use COOKGB22XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COOKGB22XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.