SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21LCS

CPBKGB21LCS belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in London, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21LCS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21LCS
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeLCS
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchChamber Street, London
CityLondon
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.
LCS 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

What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21LCS?

CPBKGB21LCS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chamber Street, London, a branch or department of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Yes – our database contains 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 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21LCS?

CPBKGB21 is the main office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21LCS points to Chamber Street, London. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CPBKGB21LCS.

What happens if I use CPBKGB21LCS with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CPBKGB21LCS with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of CPBKGB21LCS mean?

CPBK is the institution code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and LCS identifies the department Chamber Street, London.

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