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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2102K

BARCGB2102K belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2102K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2102K
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code02K
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchEdgbaston
CityBirmingham
CountryUnited Kingdom

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.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
02K 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 branch is behind SWIFT code BARCGB2102K?

BARCGB2102K is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edgbaston, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2102K incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2102K against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.

What do the letters in BARCGB2102K stand for?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 02K identifies the department Edgbaston.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2102K?

BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2102K is Edgbaston. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2102K.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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