SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210MD
BARCGB210MD belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Tamworth, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210MD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0MD |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Tamworth |
| 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.
- 0MD 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 BARCGB210MD?
The code BARCGB210MD belongs to Barclays Bank PLC, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Tamworth, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB210MD to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210MD.
What does each part of BARCGB210MD stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0MD identifies the branch Barclays Bank PLC.
What is the cheapest 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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210MD?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210MD is Barclays Bank PLC. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BARCGB210MD 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.