SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210WE
BARCGB210WE belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Eastbourne, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210WE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0WE |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | South East Sussex Group (2 |
| City | Eastbourne |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 0WE 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 bank uses SWIFT code BARCGB210WE?
BARCGB210WE identifies South East Sussex Group (2, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Eastbourne, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210WE?
BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210WE points to South East Sussex Group (2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BARCGB210WE 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 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB210WE to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210WE.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got more 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.
What is the cheapest 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. Check what you receive 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.