SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2108W
BARCGB2108W belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Portsmouth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2108W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 08W |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | City |
| City | Portsmouth |
| 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.
- 08W 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 BARCGB2108W?
BARCGB2108W is the SWIFT/BIC code of City, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in BARCGB2108W stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 08W is the code of the department City.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have more 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.
Do I need BARCGB2108W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB2108W.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.