SWIFT/BIC code STKZGR21XXX
STKZGR21XXX belongs to Co-Operative Bank of Western Macedonia in Kozani, Greece.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | STKZGR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | STKZGR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Co-Operative Bank of Western Macedonia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kozani |
| Country | Greece |
How the Co-Operative Bank of Western Macedonia SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- STKZ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution uses BIC STKZGR21XXX?
STKZGR21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Co-Operative Bank of Western Macedonia in Kozani, Greece. It is the code to use when a payment to Co-Operative Bank of Western Macedonia does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of STKZGR21XXX mean?
STKZ is the bank code of Co-Operative Bank of Western Macedonia, GR is the ISO code of Greece, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I enter STKZGR21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check STKZGR21XXX against the details from Co-Operative Bank of Western Macedonia before you confirm.
Is STKZGR21 and STKZGR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. STKZGR21 is the short version of STKZGR21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Co-Operative Bank of Western Macedonia in Kozani.
Do I need STKZGR21XXX for a euro transfer to Greece?
Greece is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need STKZGR21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Co-Operative Bank of Western Macedonia in Greece?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.