SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21SMA
CPBKGB21SMA belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Skelmersdale, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21SMA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | SMA |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Co-Operative Bank Smile Savings A/C Skelmersdale |
| City | Skelmersdale |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- SMA 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/BIC code CPBKGB21SMA?
CPBKGB21SMA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Co-Operative Bank Smile Savings A/C Skelmersdale, a unit of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Skelmersdale, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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 happens if I enter CPBKGB21SMA incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CPBKGB21SMA with the recipient before sending.
Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21SMA?
CPBKGB21 is the main office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21SMA points to Co-Operative Bank Smile Savings A/C Skelmersdale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CPBKGB21SMA.
What do the letters in CPBKGB21SMA stand for?
CPBK is the bank code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and SMA is the code of the department Co-Operative Bank Smile Savings A/C Skelmersdale.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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.