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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210BA

BARCGB210BA belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Beckenham, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210BA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210BA
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0BA
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityBeckenham
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.
0BA 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/BIC code BARCGB210BA?

BARCGB210BA identifies Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Beckenham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210BA?

BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210BA is Barclays Bank PLC. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB210BA if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need BARCGB210BA for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210BA.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use BARCGB210BA incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210BA with the recipient before you confirm.

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