SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21COL
CPBKGB21COL belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Colchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21COL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | COL |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Colchester |
| City | Colchester |
| 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.
- COL 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 is behind BIC CPBKGB21COL?
The code CPBKGB21COL belongs to Colchester, a unit of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Colchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need CPBKGB21COL for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need CPBKGB21COL.
How long does a transfer to Co-Operative Bank PLC. take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21COL?
CPBKGB21 is the main office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21COL points to Colchester. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CPBKGB21COL if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use CPBKGB21COL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CPBKGB21COL against the details from Co-Operative Bank PLC. before you confirm.
Does Co-Operative Bank PLC. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 214 SWIFT/BIC codes for Co-Operative Bank PLC. in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.