SWIFT/BIC code COTAGB21XXX
COTAGB21XXX belongs to Cos Trading Limited in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COTAGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COTAGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cos Trading Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Cos Trading Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COTA 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 uses BIC COTAGB21XXX?
COTAGB21XXX identifies the head office of Cos Trading Limited in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Cos Trading Limited.
What is the best way to send money to Cos Trading Limited in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use COTAGB21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COTAGB21XXX against the details from Cos Trading Limited before you confirm.
What do the letters in COTAGB21XXX mean?
COTA is the bank code of Cos Trading Limited, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Does Cos Trading Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, COTAGB21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Cos Trading Limited in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are COTAGB21 and COTAGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. COTAGB21 is the 8-character version of COTAGB21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Cos Trading Limited in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.