SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210CB
BARCGB210CB belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Burnley, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210CB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0CB |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Burnley |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 0CB 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 uses SWIFT code BARCGB210CB?
The code BARCGB210CB belongs to Barclays Bank PLC, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Burnley, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB210CB for a euro transfer 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 do need BARCGB210CB.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BARCGB210CB stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0CB is the code of the department Barclays Bank PLC.
What happens if I enter BARCGB210CB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210CB 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.