SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210ES
BARCGB210ES belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Haverfordwest, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210ES |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0ES |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Haverfordwest |
| 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.
- 0ES 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 uses BIC BARCGB210ES?
BARCGB210ES identifies Barclays Bank PLC, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Haverfordwest, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210ES?
BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210ES is Barclays Bank PLC. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210ES.
What happens if I use BARCGB210ES incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210ES against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got 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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% 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 does each part of BARCGB210ES mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0ES is the code of the department Barclays Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.