SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210WQ

BARCGB210WQ belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Edgware, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210WQ

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210WQ
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0WQ
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchEdgware Group (2
CityEdgware
CountryUnited 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.
0WQ 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 SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210WQ?

BARCGB210WQ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Edgware Group (2, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Edgware, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use BARCGB210WQ incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210WQ against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Do I need BARCGB210WQ to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BARCGB210WQ.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.