SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210LH
BARCGB210LH belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Southport, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210LH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0LH |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Southport |
| Country | United 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.
- 0LH 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 bank uses BIC BARCGB210LH?
BARCGB210LH identifies Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Southport, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have more 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. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Do I need BARCGB210LH to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB210LH.
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.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210LH?
BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210LH points to Barclays Bank PLC. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BARCGB210LH if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.