SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2105V

BARCGB2105V belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2105V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2105V
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code05V
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchFleet Street
CityLondon
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.
05V 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 uses BIC BARCGB2105V?

The code BARCGB2105V belongs to Fleet Street, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need BARCGB2105V for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BARCGB2105V.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2105V incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB2105V against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have other 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.

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