SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2109C
BARCGB2109C belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Richmond, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2109C |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 09C |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Richmond |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 09C 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2109C?
BARCGB2109C is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Richmond, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2109C?
BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2109C is Barclays Bank PLC. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BARCGB2109C if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BARCGB2109C incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2109C with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have 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 does each part of BARCGB2109C mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 09C is the code of the branch Barclays Bank PLC.
Do I need BARCGB2109C for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB2109C.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.