SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21TCV

CPBKGB21TCV belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Skelmersdale, United Kingdom.

CPBKGB21TCV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCPBKGB21TCV
8-character codeCPBKGB21
Branch codeTCV
BankCo-Operative Bank PLC.
BranchSkelmersdale, Town and Country Visa
CitySkelmersdale
CountryUnited 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.
TCV 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 CPBKGB21TCV?

CPBKGB21TCV identifies Skelmersdale, Town and Country Visa, part of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Skelmersdale, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Many banks 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.

Do I need CPBKGB21TCV to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CPBKGB21TCV.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21TCV?

CPBKGB21 is the main office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21TCV points to Skelmersdale, Town and Country Visa. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CPBKGB21TCV.

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. 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.