SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21SUN
CPBKGB21SUN belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Sunderland, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21SUN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | SUN |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Sunderland |
| City | Sunderland |
| 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.
- SUN 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 CPBKGB21SUN?
The code CPBKGB21SUN belongs to Sunderland, a branch or department of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Sunderland, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CPBKGB21SUN mean?
CPBK is the institution code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and SUN is the code of the branch Sunderland.
Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21SUN?
CPBKGB21 points to the head office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21SUN is Sunderland. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CPBKGB21SUN if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need CPBKGB21SUN to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CPBKGB21SUN.
How long does a transfer to Co-Operative Bank PLC. take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers 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.