SWIFT/BIC code BARCDEFFMCH
BARCDEFFMCH belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCDEFFMCH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCDEFF |
| Branch code | MCH |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cash Management Service |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BARC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FF Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MCH 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 bank uses SWIFT code BARCDEFFMCH?
BARCDEFFMCH identifies Cash Management Service, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BARCDEFFMCH with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCDEFFMCH against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of BARCDEFFMCH mean?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and MCH is the code of the branch Cash Management Service.
Can I use BARCDEFF instead of BARCDEFFMCH?
BARCDEFF points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCDEFFMCH points to Cash Management Service. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCDEFFMCH.
Do I need BARCDEFFMCH to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCDEFFMCH.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.