SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2103H
BARCGB2103H belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Bury, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2103H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 03H |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bury |
| 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.
- 03H 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 code BARCGB2103H?
BARCGB2103H identifies Barclays Bank PLC, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Bury, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2103H?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2103H is Barclays Bank PLC. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB2103H if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of BARCGB2103H stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 03H identifies the branch Barclays Bank PLC.
What happens if I use BARCGB2103H incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB2103H 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.