SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2103A
BARCGB2103A belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Brighton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2103A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 03A |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | North Street |
| City | Brighton |
| Country | United 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.
- 03A 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 BIC BARCGB2103A?
The code BARCGB2103A belongs to North Street, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Brighton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BARCGB2103A stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 03A identifies the department North Street.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BARCGB2103A with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2103A with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2103A?
BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2103A points to North Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BARCGB2103A if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.