SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2102P

BARCGB2102P belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2102P

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2102P
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code02P
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityHemel Hempstead
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
02P 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 BARCGB2102P?

BARCGB2102P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2102P?

BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2102P is Barclays Bank PLC. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BARCGB2102P if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2102P incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2102P with the recipient before sending.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.

How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BARCGB2102P to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BARCGB2102P.

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