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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2109A

BARCGB2109A belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Sevenoaks, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2109A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2109A
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code09A
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchHigh Street
CitySevenoaks
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.
09A 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 BARCGB2109A?

BARCGB2109A identifies High Street, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Sevenoaks, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in BARCGB2109A stand for?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 09A is the code of the branch High Street.

What happens if I use BARCGB2109A incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2109A with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2109A?

BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2109A is High Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2109A.

Do I need BARCGB2109A for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB2109A.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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