SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210HZ
BARCGB210HZ belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Newmarket, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210HZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0HZ |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Newmarket |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 0HZ 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 is behind SWIFT code BARCGB210HZ?
The code BARCGB210HZ belongs to Barclays Bank PLC, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Newmarket, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got 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 enter BARCGB210HZ incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210HZ with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210HZ?
BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210HZ is Barclays Bank PLC. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BARCGB210HZ if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BARCGB210HZ stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0HZ is the code of the department Barclays Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.