SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210HC
BARCGB210HC belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210HC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0HC |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Salford |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United 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.
- 0HC 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 bank is behind BIC BARCGB210HC?
BARCGB210HC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Salford, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent 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 does each part of BARCGB210HC stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0HC identifies the branch Salford.
What happens if I use BARCGB210HC incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210HC with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210HC?
BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210HC points to Salford. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BARCGB210HC if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.