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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2109N

BARCGB2109N belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Watford, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2109N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2109N
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code09N
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityWatford
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
09N 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 BARCGB2109N?

BARCGB2109N identifies Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Watford, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BARCGB2109N to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BARCGB2109N.

What does each part of BARCGB2109N 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 09N identifies the branch Barclays Bank PLC.

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