SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21SBU
CPBKGB21SBU belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Skelmersdale, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21SBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | SBU |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Skelmersdale, Bury Customer Services |
| City | Skelmersdale |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- SBU 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 uses BIC CPBKGB21SBU?
The code CPBKGB21SBU belongs to Skelmersdale, Bury Customer Services, part of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Skelmersdale, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21SBU?
CPBKGB21 points to the head office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21SBU points to Skelmersdale, Bury Customer Services. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CPBKGB21SBU if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use CPBKGB21SBU incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CPBKGB21SBU with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC.?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in CPBKGB21SBU mean?
CPBK is the institution code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and SBU identifies the department Skelmersdale, Bury Customer Services.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.