SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21GLC
CPBKGB21GLC belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Gloucester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21GLC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | GLC |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Glouchester 2 |
| City | Gloucester |
| 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.
- GLC 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 CPBKGB21GLC?
The code CPBKGB21GLC belongs to Glouchester 2, a branch or department of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Gloucester, United Kingdom. Only use it if 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21GLC?
CPBKGB21 points to the main office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21GLC points to Glouchester 2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CPBKGB21GLC if the recipient asks for it.
Has Co-Operative Bank PLC. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 214 SWIFT/BIC codes for Co-Operative Bank PLC. in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Co-Operative Bank PLC..
What does each part of CPBKGB21GLC mean?
CPBK is the institution code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and GLC is the code of the department Glouchester 2.
Do I need CPBKGB21GLC for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CPBKGB21GLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.