SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2104F
BARCGB2104F belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Exeter, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2104F |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 04F |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Exeter |
| Country | United 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.
- 04F 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 BARCGB2104F?
BARCGB2104F is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Exeter, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2104F?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2104F is Barclays Bank PLC. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB2104F if the recipient asks for it.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have 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 cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
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.
Do I need BARCGB2104F to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB2104F.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.