SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210AN

BARCGB210AN belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Ascot, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210AN

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210AN
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0AN
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityAscot
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
0AN 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 SWIFT code BARCGB210AN?

The code BARCGB210AN belongs to Barclays Bank PLC, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Ascot, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have other 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. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.

What does each part of BARCGB210AN mean?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0AN identifies the branch Barclays Bank PLC.

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

Banks often add several percent 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 BARCGB210AN incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB210AN with the recipient before sending.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers 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.