SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21SOS
CPBKGB21SOS belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Southend-On-Sea, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21SOS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | SOS |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Southend-On-Sea |
| City | Southend-On-Sea |
| Country | United 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.
- SOS 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 bank uses SWIFT code CPBKGB21SOS?
CPBKGB21SOS identifies Southend-On-Sea, part of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Southend-On-Sea, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21SOS?
CPBKGB21 points to the main office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21SOS points to Southend-On-Sea. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CPBKGB21SOS.
Has Co-Operative Bank PLC. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 214 SWIFT/BIC codes for Co-Operative Bank PLC. in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Co-Operative Bank PLC..
What is the cheapest way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use CPBKGB21SOS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CPBKGB21SOS with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Co-Operative Bank PLC. take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.