SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2104T

BARCGB2104T belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Hitchin, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2104T

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2104T
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code04T
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchThe North Herts and Welwyn Group
CityHitchin
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
04T 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/BIC code BARCGB2104T?

BARCGB2104T identifies The North Herts and Welwyn Group, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Hitchin, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2104T incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB2104T against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks 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 do the letters in BARCGB2104T 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 04T identifies the department The North Herts and Welwyn Group.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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