SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210UC

BARCGB210UC belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Tonbridge, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210UC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210UC
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0UC
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchTonbridge, Medway House
CityTonbridge
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
0UC 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 BARCGB210UC?

The code BARCGB210UC belongs to Tonbridge, Medway House, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Tonbridge, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of BARCGB210UC mean?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0UC identifies the branch Tonbridge, Medway House.

What is the best 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 what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BARCGB210UC for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210UC.

What happens if I use BARCGB210UC incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210UC against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.

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