SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21LEA

CPBKGB21LEA belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21LEA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21LEA
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeLEA
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchLeasing Centre, Manchester
CityManchester
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
LEA 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 code CPBKGB21LEA?

CPBKGB21LEA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Leasing Centre, Manchester, a unit of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter CPBKGB21LEA with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CPBKGB21LEA against the details from Co-Operative Bank PLC. before sending.

What do the letters in CPBKGB21LEA mean?

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 LEA is the code of the department Leasing Centre, Manchester.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need CPBKGB21LEA for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CPBKGB21LEA.

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