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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210GQ

BARCGB210GQ belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Loughborough, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210GQ

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210GQ
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0GQ
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityLoughborough
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
0GQ 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 SWIFT code BARCGB210GQ?

BARCGB210GQ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Loughborough, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210GQ?

BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210GQ 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 BARCGB210GQ.

What happens if I use BARCGB210GQ with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210GQ against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.

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 2–4 business days.

Do I need BARCGB210GQ to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210GQ.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. 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.