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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2109U

BARCGB2109U belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Newton Abbot, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2109U

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2109U
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code09U
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityNewton Abbot
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.
09U 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 uses BIC BARCGB2109U?

The code BARCGB2109U belongs to Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Newton Abbot, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in BARCGB2109U mean?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 09U is the code of the branch Barclays Bank PLC.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got other 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.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2109U?

BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2109U points to Barclays Bank PLC. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2109U.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2109U incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB2109U against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.

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