SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2106C
BARCGB2106C belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2106C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 06C |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hanover Square |
| City | London |
| Country | United 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.
- 06C 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 bank is behind SWIFT code BARCGB2106C?
BARCGB2106C identifies Hanover Square, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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 does each part of BARCGB2106C mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 06C is the code of the branch Hanover Square.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BARCGB2106C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB2106C.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2106C?
BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2106C is Hanover Square. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2106C.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.