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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2102B

BARCGB2102B belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Abingdon, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2102B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2102B
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code02B
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityAbingdon
CountryUnited Kingdom

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.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
02B 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 BARCGB2102B?

BARCGB2102B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Abingdon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need BARCGB2102B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARCGB2102B.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2102B incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2102B against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.