SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210LL

BARCGB210LL belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Stafford, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210LL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210LL
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0LL
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityStafford
CountryUnited 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.
0LL 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 is behind BIC BARCGB210LL?

BARCGB210LL identifies Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Stafford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need BARCGB210LL to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210LL.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got 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.

What happens if I enter BARCGB210LL with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB210LL against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.

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