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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210BC

BARCGB210BC belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210BC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210BC
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0BC
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchBedford Square
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
0BC 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 is behind BIC BARCGB210BC?

The code BARCGB210BC belongs to Bedford Square, part of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use BARCGB210BC with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210BC with the recipient before sending.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BARCGB210BC to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210BC.

What does each part of BARCGB210BC mean?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0BC identifies the branch Bedford Square.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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