SWIFT/BIC code BARCDEFFXXX
BARCDEFFXXX belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCDEFFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCDEFF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 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 bank is behind SWIFT code BARCDEFFXXX?
BARCDEFFXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Barclays Bank PLC in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Barclays Bank PLC does not need a specific branch.
Do I need BARCDEFFXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BARCDEFFXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is BARCDEFF and BARCDEFFXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BARCDEFF is the 8-character version of BARCDEFFXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Barclays Bank PLC in Frankfurt Am Main.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.