SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210JC

BARCGB210JC belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Newtown, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210JC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210JC
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0JC
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityNewtown
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.
0JC 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 BIC BARCGB210JC?

The code BARCGB210JC belongs to Barclays Bank PLC, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Newtown, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks 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 happens if I enter BARCGB210JC with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210JC against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.

How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BARCGB210JC to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BARCGB210JC.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.