SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21REC
CPBKGB21REC belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21REC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | REC |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Recoveries Dept, Manchester |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United 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.
- REC 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 CPBKGB21REC?
CPBKGB21REC identifies Recoveries Dept, Manchester, part of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need CPBKGB21REC to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CPBKGB21REC.
How long does it take to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC.?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21REC?
CPBKGB21 is the main office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21REC points to Recoveries Dept, Manchester. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CPBKGB21REC if the recipient asks for it.
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, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.