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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2108S

BARCGB2108S belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Plymouth, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2108S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2108S
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code08S
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityPlymouth
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.
08S 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 branch is behind BIC BARCGB2108S?

BARCGB2108S identifies Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Plymouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use BARCGB2108S incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB2108S with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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

What do the letters in BARCGB2108S stand for?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 08S identifies the department Barclays Bank PLC.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2108S?

BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2108S points to Barclays Bank PLC. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2108S.

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