SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210CM
BARCGB210CM belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Cheshunt, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210CM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0CM |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Cheshunt |
| 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.
- 0CM 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 is behind BIC BARCGB210CM?
BARCGB210CM identifies Barclays Bank PLC, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Cheshunt, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need BARCGB210CM to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BARCGB210CM.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter BARCGB210CM with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB210CM with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.