SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210DL
BARCGB210DL belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210DL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0DL |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 0DL 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 uses BIC BARCGB210DL?
The code BARCGB210DL belongs to Barclays Bank PLC, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BARCGB210DL mean?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0DL is the code of the department Barclays Bank PLC.
What happens if I use BARCGB210DL with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210DL with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210DL?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210DL points to Barclays Bank PLC. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210DL.
Do I need BARCGB210DL for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210DL.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.