SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2108T
BARCGB2108T belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2108T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 08T |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Southern International Operations- Payments |
| City | Reading |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 08T 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 BARCGB2108T?
BARCGB2108T identifies Southern International Operations- Payments, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got more 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.
What do the letters in BARCGB2108T stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 08T is the code of the department Southern International Operations- Payments.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2108T?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2108T is Southern International Operations- Payments. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2108T.
What happens if I use BARCGB2108T incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2108T with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.