SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21FAS

CPBKGB21FAS belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Skelmersdale, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21FAS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21FAS
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeFAS
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchFastline, Skelmersdale
CitySkelmersdale
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.
FAS 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 BIC CPBKGB21FAS?

The code CPBKGB21FAS belongs to Fastline, Skelmersdale, a unit of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Skelmersdale, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of CPBKGB21FAS stand for?

CPBK is the bank code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and FAS is the code of the branch Fastline, Skelmersdale.

What happens if I use CPBKGB21FAS incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CPBKGB21FAS against the details from Co-Operative Bank PLC. before you confirm.

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

Many banks 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.

Do I need CPBKGB21FAS to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CPBKGB21FAS.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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