SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210MG
BARCGB210MG belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Thame, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210MG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0MG |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | Thame |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 0MG 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BARCGB210MG?
BARCGB210MG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Thame, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BARCGB210MG stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0MG identifies the department Barclays Bank PLC.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210MG?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210MG points to Barclays Bank PLC. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BARCGB210MG if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.
Do I need BARCGB210MG for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210MG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.