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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2103M

BARCGB2103M belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2103M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2103M
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code03M
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch38 Fishergate
CityPreston
CountryUnited 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.
03M 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 bank is behind BIC BARCGB2103M?

The code BARCGB2103M belongs to 38 Fishergate, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Preston, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2103M?

BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2103M points to 38 Fishergate. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BARCGB2103M if the recipient asks for it.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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 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 – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2103M with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2103M against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.

What does each part of BARCGB2103M stand for?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 03M identifies the department 38 Fishergate.

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