SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21STA

CPBKGB21STA belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Stafford, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21STA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21STA
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeSTA
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchStafford
CityStafford
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
STA 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 BIC CPBKGB21STA?

CPBKGB21STA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Stafford, part of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Stafford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when 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. All of them are listed on the page of Co-Operative Bank PLC..

What do the letters in CPBKGB21STA 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 STA is the code of the branch Stafford.

Do I need CPBKGB21STA to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need CPBKGB21STA.

How long does it take to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC.?

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

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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