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SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21SEC

CPBKGB21SEC belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21SEC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21SEC
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeSEC
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchH.o. Securities, 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.
SEC 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/BIC code CPBKGB21SEC?

The code CPBKGB21SEC belongs to H.o. Securities, Manchester, a unit of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter CPBKGB21SEC with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CPBKGB21SEC against the details from Co-Operative Bank PLC. before you confirm.

What do the letters in CPBKGB21SEC 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 SEC identifies the branch H.o. Securities, Manchester.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in United Kingdom?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21SEC?

CPBKGB21 is the head office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21SEC points to H.o. Securities, Manchester. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CPBKGB21SEC.

Do I need CPBKGB21SEC for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CPBKGB21SEC.

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