SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210JH
BARCGB210JH belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210JH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0JH |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Magdalen Street |
| City | Norwich |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 0JH 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 BARCGB210JH?
BARCGB210JH is the SWIFT/BIC code of Magdalen Street, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Norwich, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210JH?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210JH is Magdalen Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BARCGB210JH if the recipient asks for it.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BARCGB210JH 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. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB210JH.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.