SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210BW
BARCGB210BW belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Bridgend, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210BW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0BW |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bridgend |
| Country | United 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.
- 0BW 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 is behind BIC BARCGB210BW?
BARCGB210BW identifies Barclays Bank PLC, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Bridgend, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BARCGB210BW for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210BW.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
What does each part of BARCGB210BW mean?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0BW is the code of the branch Barclays Bank PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.