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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210CG

BARCGB210CG belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210CG

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210CG
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0CG
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchChesterton Road
CityCambridge
CountryUnited 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.
0CG 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 SWIFT code BARCGB210CG?

The code BARCGB210CG belongs to Chesterton Road, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Cambridge, 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 in United Kingdom?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of BARCGB210CG mean?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0CG identifies the department Chesterton Road.

Do I need BARCGB210CG 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 BARCGB210CG.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210CG?

BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210CG is Chesterton Road. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210CG.

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