SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210CP
BARCGB210CP belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Chester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210CP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0CP |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | M and S Financial Services |
| City | Chester |
| Country | United 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.
- 0CP 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/BIC code BARCGB210CP?
The code BARCGB210CP belongs to M and S Financial Services, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Chester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.
What happens if I use BARCGB210CP with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210CP with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of BARCGB210CP stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0CP identifies the branch M and S Financial Services.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210CP?
BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210CP is M and S Financial Services. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210CP.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.