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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210EA

BARCGB210EA belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Gloucester, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210EA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210EA
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0EA
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityGloucester
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.
0EA 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 BARCGB210EA?

BARCGB210EA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Gloucester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need BARCGB210EA for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210EA.

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 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter BARCGB210EA with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB210EA with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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