SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210AU
BARCGB210AU belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Barking, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210AU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0AU |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Barking |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 0AU 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 uses SWIFT code BARCGB210AU?
BARCGB210AU identifies Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Barking, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB210AU to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BARCGB210AU.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use BARCGB210AU incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210AU against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in BARCGB210AU mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0AU 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.