SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210JU
BARCGB210JU belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Petersfield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210JU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0JU |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Petersfield |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 0JU 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 BARCGB210JU?
The code BARCGB210JU belongs to Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Petersfield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BARCGB210JU mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0JU identifies the branch Barclays Bank PLC.
Do I need BARCGB210JU for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210JU.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BARCGB210JU with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB210JU against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.