SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210UP
BARCGB210UP belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Borehamwood, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210UP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0UP |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ukrm Account Centre East |
| City | Borehamwood |
| Country | United 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.
- 0UP 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210UP?
BARCGB210UP identifies Ukrm Account Centre East, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Borehamwood, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BARCGB210UP with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB210UP against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB210UP 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 do need BARCGB210UP.
What does each part of BARCGB210UP 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 0UP is the code of the branch Ukrm Account Centre East.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives 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.