SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210WO
BARCGB210WO belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Luton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210WO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0WO |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Luton and Dunstable Group (2 |
| City | Luton |
| 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.
- 0WO 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 BARCGB210WO?
The code BARCGB210WO belongs to Luton and Dunstable Group (2, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Luton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB210WO to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BARCGB210WO.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BARCGB210WO stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0WO is the code of the department Luton and Dunstable Group (2.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.