SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210FL
BARCGB210FL belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Kendal, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210FL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0FL |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | South Lakeland Group |
| City | Kendal |
| 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.
- 0FL 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 BIC BARCGB210FL?
BARCGB210FL is the SWIFT/BIC code of South Lakeland Group, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Kendal, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210FL?
BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210FL points to South Lakeland Group. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210FL.
Do I need BARCGB210FL to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210FL.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.