SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21SEV

CPBKGB21SEV belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21SEV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21SEV
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeSEV
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchSkem Customer Services
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.
SEV 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code CPBKGB21SEV?

CPBKGB21SEV identifies Skem Customer Services, a unit of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need CPBKGB21SEV for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CPBKGB21SEV.

How long does a transfer to Co-Operative Bank PLC. take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What does each part of CPBKGB21SEV mean?

CPBK is the institution code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and SEV is the code of the department Skem Customer Services.

What is the best way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC.?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Co-Operative Bank PLC..

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