SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210AW
BARCGB210AW belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Barnstaple, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210AW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0AW |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Barnstaple |
| Country | United 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.
- 0AW 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 bank uses SWIFT code BARCGB210AW?
BARCGB210AW identifies Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Barnstaple, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BARCGB210AW stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0AW is the code of the branch Barclays Bank PLC.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210AW?
BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210AW points to Barclays Bank PLC. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB210AW if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BARCGB210AW with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210AW with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.