SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210GU

BARCGB210GU belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Ludlow, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210GU

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210GU
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0GU
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityLudlow
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.
0GU 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 SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210GU?

BARCGB210GU identifies Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Ludlow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of BARCGB210GU stand for?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0GU identifies the department Barclays Bank PLC.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use BARCGB210GU with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210GU against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210GU?

BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210GU 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 BARCGB210GU.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have other 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. 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.