SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210GH

BARCGB210GH belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Wallasey, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210GH

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210GH
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0GH
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityWallasey
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.
0GH 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 branch uses BIC BARCGB210GH?

BARCGB210GH is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Wallasey, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210GH?

BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210GH points to Barclays Bank PLC. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BARCGB210GH if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BARCGB210GH for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB210GH.

What happens if I use BARCGB210GH incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB210GH against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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.

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