SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2104G
BARCGB2104G belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2104G |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 04G |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | High Street |
| City | Nottingham |
| 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.
- 04G 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2104G?
The code BARCGB2104G belongs to High Street, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BARCGB2104G 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 04G identifies the branch High Street.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2104G?
BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2104G is High Street. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB2104G if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BARCGB2104G for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BARCGB2104G.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.