SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210CQ
BARCGB210CQ belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Chesterfield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210CQ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0CQ |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Chesterfield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way 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.
- 0CQ 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 BARCGB210CQ?
BARCGB210CQ identifies Barclays Bank PLC, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Chesterfield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB210CQ to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210CQ.
What happens if I use BARCGB210CQ with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB210CQ against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in BARCGB210CQ stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0CQ is the code of the department Barclays Bank PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.