SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21SBD

CPBKGB21SBD belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Stockport, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21SBD

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21SBD
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeSBD
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchBusiness Direct, Stockport
CityStockport
CountryUnited 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.
SBD 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 CPBKGB21SBD?

CPBKGB21SBD identifies Business Direct, Stockport, a branch or department of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Stockport, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use CPBKGB21SBD with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CPBKGB21SBD with the recipient before sending.

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

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

Do I need CPBKGB21SBD for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need CPBKGB21SBD.

How long does it take to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC.?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of CPBKGB21SBD mean?

CPBK is the institution code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and SBD identifies the branch Business Direct, Stockport.

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