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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210BL

BARCGB210BL belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Bishop Auckland, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210BL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210BL
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0BL
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityBishop Auckland
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.
0BL 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 code BARCGB210BL?

BARCGB210BL identifies Barclays Bank PLC, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Bishop Auckland, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need BARCGB210BL to send euros 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. For other currencies you still need BARCGB210BL.

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

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

What happens if I use BARCGB210BL incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210BL with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.

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