SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210UW
BARCGB210UW belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210UW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0UW |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Barclays Home Finance (1 |
| City | Leeds |
| 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.
- 0UW 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 BARCGB210UW?
BARCGB210UW identifies Barclays Home Finance (1, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Leeds, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need BARCGB210UW for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB210UW.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 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. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.
What happens if I enter BARCGB210UW incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB210UW with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in BARCGB210UW mean?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0UW identifies the department Barclays Home Finance (1.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.