SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21NOR
CPBKGB21NOR belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Northampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21NOR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | NOR |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Northampton |
| City | Northampton |
| Country | United 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.
- NOR 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 SWIFT code CPBKGB21NOR?
CPBKGB21NOR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Northampton, a unit of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Northampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21NOR?
CPBKGB21 is the head office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21NOR is Northampton. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CPBKGB21NOR if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in CPBKGB21NOR mean?
CPBK is the bank code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and NOR is the code of the branch Northampton.
Do I need CPBKGB21NOR for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CPBKGB21NOR.
How long does it take to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments 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.