SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21CRP

CPBKGB21CRP belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Cardiff, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21CRP

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21CRP
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeCRP
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchCardiff Service Centre
CityCardiff
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Co-Operative Bank PLC. SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
CRP 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21CRP?

CPBKGB21CRP identifies Cardiff Service Centre, a branch or department of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Cardiff, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC. 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Co-Operative Bank PLC. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 214 SWIFT/BIC codes for Co-Operative Bank PLC. in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Co-Operative Bank PLC..

Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21CRP?

CPBKGB21 is the main office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21CRP is Cardiff Service Centre. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CPBKGB21CRP if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Co-Operative Bank PLC. take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need CPBKGB21CRP for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CPBKGB21CRP.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.