SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2108M
BARCGB2108M belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2108M |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 08M |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bank Plain |
| City | Norwich |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 08M 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 SWIFT code BARCGB2108M?
BARCGB2108M is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bank Plain, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BARCGB2108M mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 08M is the code of the department Bank Plain.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2108M?
BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2108M is Bank Plain. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB2108M if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BARCGB2108M with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB2108M with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.