SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210NC

BARCGB210NC belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Wisbech, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210NC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210NC
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0NC
BankBarclays Bank PLC
Branch—
CityWisbech
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.
0NC 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 BARCGB210NC?

BARCGB210NC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Wisbech, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210NC?

BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210NC is Barclays Bank PLC. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BARCGB210NC if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BARCGB210NC for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210NC.

What happens if I use BARCGB210NC with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB210NC with the recipient before sending.

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.

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