SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21EDE

CPBKGB21EDE belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21EDE

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21EDE
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeEDE
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchGlasgow, Formerly Edinburgh
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Co-Operative Bank PLC. SWIFT/BIC works

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.
EDE 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 BIC CPBKGB21EDE?

CPBKGB21EDE identifies Glasgow, Formerly Edinburgh, part of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Glasgow, 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.?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21EDE?

CPBKGB21 points to the main office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21EDE is Glasgow, Formerly Edinburgh. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CPBKGB21EDE if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in CPBKGB21EDE mean?

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 EDE is the code of the branch Glasgow, Formerly Edinburgh.

What happens if I enter CPBKGB21EDE with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CPBKGB21EDE with the recipient before sending.

Do I need CPBKGB21EDE to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need CPBKGB21EDE.

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