SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210LV

BARCGB210LV belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210LV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210LV
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0LV
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchStratford Upon Avon
CityBirmingham
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.
0LV 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 BARCGB210LV?

BARCGB210LV identifies Stratford Upon Avon, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BARCGB210LV to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210LV.

What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got more 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 happens if I use BARCGB210LV with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB210LV 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.