SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21CWS
CPBKGB21CWS belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21CWS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | CWS |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Cws Isa, Balloon St. Manchester,m604ep |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- CWS 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 SWIFT code CPBKGB21CWS?
CPBKGB21CWS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cws Isa, Balloon St. Manchester,m604ep, a branch or department of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CPBKGB21CWS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CPBKGB21CWS with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of CPBKGB21CWS mean?
CPBK is the bank code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and CWS identifies the department Cws Isa, Balloon St. Manchester,m604ep.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC.?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21CWS?
CPBKGB21 points to the head office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21CWS points to Cws Isa, Balloon St. Manchester,m604ep. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CPBKGB21CWS if the recipient asks for it.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.