SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2105C
BARCGB2105C belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2105C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 05C |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Town Hall Square |
| City | Leicester |
| 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.
- 05C 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 is behind SWIFT code BARCGB2105C?
BARCGB2105C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Town Hall Square, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Many banks 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.
What do the letters in BARCGB2105C mean?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 05C is the code of the branch Town Hall Square.
What happens if I enter BARCGB2105C incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2105C against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2105C?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2105C is Town Hall Square. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BARCGB2105C if the recipient asks for it.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.