SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210FU
BARCGB210FU belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210FU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0FU |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Knightsbridge International Banking Centre - Department A |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 0FU 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 BARCGB210FU?
The code BARCGB210FU belongs to Knightsbridge International Banking Centre - Department A, part of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210FU?
BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210FU points to Knightsbridge International Banking Centre - Department A. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210FU.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have more 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.
Do I need BARCGB210FU 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 do need BARCGB210FU.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers 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.