SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210BF
BARCGB210BF belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Bexleyheath, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210BF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0BF |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bexleyheath |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 0BF 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/BIC code BARCGB210BF?
BARCGB210BF identifies Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Bexleyheath, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BARCGB210BF stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0BF is the code of the branch Barclays Bank PLC.
What happens if I use BARCGB210BF incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210BF against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need BARCGB210BF for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BARCGB210BF.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210BF?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210BF is Barclays Bank PLC. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB210BF if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.