SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210NQ
BARCGB210NQ belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210NQ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0NQ |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Prime Account Office |
| City | Liverpool |
| 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.
- 0NQ 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/BIC code BARCGB210NQ?
The code BARCGB210NQ belongs to Prime Account Office, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BARCGB210NQ 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 0NQ is the code of the branch Prime Account Office.
Do I need BARCGB210NQ for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BARCGB210NQ.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.