SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21HAR

CPBKGB21HAR belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Skelmersdale, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21HAR

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21HAR
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeHAR
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchSkelmersdale, Hartlepool Services
CitySkelmersdale
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
HAR 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/BIC code CPBKGB21HAR?

CPBKGB21HAR identifies Skelmersdale, Hartlepool Services, a unit of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Skelmersdale, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21HAR?

CPBKGB21 points to the main office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21HAR is Skelmersdale, Hartlepool Services. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CPBKGB21HAR.

What happens if I enter CPBKGB21HAR incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CPBKGB21HAR with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need CPBKGB21HAR to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CPBKGB21HAR.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Does Co-Operative Bank PLC. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 214 SWIFT/BIC codes for Co-Operative Bank PLC. in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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