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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210KT

BARCGB210KT belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in St. Helens, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210KT

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210KT
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0KT
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchChurch Street
CitySt. Helens
CountryUnited 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.
0KT 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 BIC BARCGB210KT?

BARCGB210KT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Church Street, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in St. Helens, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need BARCGB210KT for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210KT.

What does each part of BARCGB210KT stand for?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0KT identifies the branch Church Street.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?

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

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

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 BARCGB210KT with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB210KT with the recipient before sending.

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