SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2102M
BARCGB2102M belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Hanley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2102M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 02M |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | North Staffordshire Group of Branches |
| City | Hanley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 02M 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2102M?
The code BARCGB2102M belongs to North Staffordshire Group of Branches, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Hanley, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BARCGB2102M mean?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 02M is the code of the department North Staffordshire Group of Branches.
What happens if I enter BARCGB2102M with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2102M against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BARCGB2102M to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BARCGB2102M.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.