SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210GZ
BARCGB210GZ belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Macclesfield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210GZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0GZ |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Macclesfield |
| 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.
- 0GZ 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 uses BIC BARCGB210GZ?
BARCGB210GZ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Macclesfield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use BARCGB210GZ incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210GZ with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of BARCGB210GZ mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0GZ identifies the branch Barclays Bank PLC.
Do I need BARCGB210GZ to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210GZ.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.