SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210WH
BARCGB210WH belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210WH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0WH |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Southampton City (2 |
| City | Southampton |
| Country | United 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.
- 0WH 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 BARCGB210WH?
The code BARCGB210WH belongs to Southampton City (2, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BARCGB210WH incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB210WH against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need BARCGB210WH for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB210WH.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.