SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2102T
BARCGB2102T belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2102T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 02T |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Town Branches |
| City | Bournemouth |
| 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.
- 02T 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 is behind SWIFT code BARCGB2102T?
The code BARCGB2102T belongs to Town Branches, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BARCGB2102T mean?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 02T identifies the branch Town Branches.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB2102T for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BARCGB2102T.
What happens if I enter BARCGB2102T incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB2102T against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.