SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21DUR

CPBKGB21DUR belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Durham, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21DUR

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21DUR
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeDUR
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchDurham
CityDurham
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.
DUR 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 uses SWIFT code CPBKGB21DUR?

CPBKGB21DUR identifies Durham, a unit of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Durham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use CPBKGB21DUR with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CPBKGB21DUR against the details from Co-Operative Bank PLC. before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need CPBKGB21DUR to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CPBKGB21DUR.

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.

What do the letters in CPBKGB21DUR stand for?

CPBK is the bank code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and DUR is the code of the branch Durham.

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