SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210WF
BARCGB210WF belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210WF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0WF |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Cambridge Bene't Street (2 |
| City | Cambridge |
| 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.
- 0WF 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 BIC BARCGB210WF?
BARCGB210WF identifies Cambridge Bene't Street (2, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210WF?
BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210WF is Cambridge Bene't Street (2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210WF.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have 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.
Do I need BARCGB210WF for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210WF.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.