SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB21WAT
CPBKGB21WAT belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Watford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB21WAT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB21 |
| Branch code | WAT |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Watford |
| City | Watford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Co-Operative Bank PLC. SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- WAT 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 CPBKGB21WAT?
CPBKGB21WAT identifies Watford, part of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Watford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in CPBKGB21WAT mean?
CPBK is the bank code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and WAT identifies the branch Watford.
What happens if I enter CPBKGB21WAT incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CPBKGB21WAT against the details from Co-Operative Bank PLC. before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC.?
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.
Does Co-Operative Bank PLC. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
Can I use CPBKGB21 instead of CPBKGB21WAT?
CPBKGB21 points to the head office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB21WAT points to Watford. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CPBKGB21WAT if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.