SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB22OFS
CPBKGB22OFS belongs to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CPBKGB22OFS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CPBKGB22 |
| Branch code | OFS |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Overseas Financial Services |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- OFS 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CPBKGB22OFS?
CPBKGB22OFS identifies Overseas Financial Services, part of Co-Operative Bank PLC. in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CPBKGB22OFS stand for?
CPBK is the institution code of Co-Operative Bank PLC., GB stands for United Kingdom, 22 is the code for the city or region and OFS is the code of the branch Overseas Financial Services.
Do I need CPBKGB22OFS to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need CPBKGB22OFS.
How long does it take to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC. in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Co-Operative Bank PLC.?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use CPBKGB22 instead of CPBKGB22OFS?
CPBKGB22 is the head office of Co-Operative Bank PLC., while CPBKGB22OFS points to Overseas Financial Services. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CPBKGB22OFS 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.