SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210NB

BARCGB210NB belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Winchester, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210NB

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210NB
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0NB
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityWinchester
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.
0NB 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 SWIFT code BARCGB210NB?

BARCGB210NB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Winchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of BARCGB210NB stand for?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0NB is the code of the branch Barclays Bank PLC.

What happens if I use BARCGB210NB incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB210NB with the recipient before sending.

Do I need BARCGB210NB for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210NB.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.

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