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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210WR

BARCGB210WR belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210WR

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210WR
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0WR
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchHolloway and Kingsland Group (2
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
0WR 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 uses SWIFT code BARCGB210WR?

BARCGB210WR identifies Holloway and Kingsland Group (2, part of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter BARCGB210WR with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB210WR with the recipient before sending.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210WR?

BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210WR is Holloway and Kingsland Group (2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210WR.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in BARCGB210WR mean?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0WR identifies the department Holloway and Kingsland Group (2.

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