SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21CAM
CPBKGB21CAM belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21CAM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | CAM |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Cambridge |
| City | Cambridge |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Co-Operative Bank PLC. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CPBK 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.
- CAM 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 branch is behind BIC CPBKGB21CAM?
CPBKGB21CAM identifies Cambridge, a branch or department of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Co-Operative Bank PLC. take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CPBKGB21CAM for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you do need CPBKGB21CAM.
What do the letters in CPBKGB21CAM mean?
CPBK is the bank code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and CAM is the code of the branch Cambridge.
What happens if I use CPBKGB21CAM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CPBKGB21CAM with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21CAM?
CPBKGB21 points to the main office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21CAM points to Cambridge. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CPBKGB21CAM.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.