SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21CRO
CPBKGB21CRO belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Croydon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21CRO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | CRO |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Croydon |
| City | Croydon |
| 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.
- CRO 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/BIC code CPBKGB21CRO?
The code CPBKGB21CRO belongs to Croydon, part of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Croydon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC. 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.
How long does a transfer to Co-Operative Bank PLC. take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need CPBKGB21CRO to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CPBKGB21CRO.
What do the letters in CPBKGB21CRO stand for?
CPBK is the bank code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and CRO identifies the department Croydon.
What happens if I use CPBKGB21CRO incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CPBKGB21CRO against the details from Co-Operative Bank PLC. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.