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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2106B

BARCGB2106B belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2106B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2106B
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code06B
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchHampstead and Highgate
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
06B 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 SWIFT code BARCGB2106B?

The code BARCGB2106B belongs to Hampstead and Highgate, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2106B?

BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2106B points to Hampstead and Highgate. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2106B.

Do I need BARCGB2106B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARCGB2106B.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got other 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. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.

What happens if I use BARCGB2106B with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2106B with the recipient before sending.

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