SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2108D
BARCGB2108D belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Luton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2108D |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 08D |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | George Street |
| City | Luton |
| 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.
- 08D 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 uses BIC BARCGB2108D?
BARCGB2108D identifies George Street, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Luton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2108D?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2108D points to George Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BARCGB2108D if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need BARCGB2108D for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB2108D.
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 – 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.
What happens if I use BARCGB2108D with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2108D against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.