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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210WS

BARCGB210WS belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210WS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210WS
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0WS
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchRisk Operations Centre
CityManchester
CountryUnited 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.
0WS 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210WS?

BARCGB210WS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Risk Operations Centre, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.

Do I need BARCGB210WS to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210WS.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter BARCGB210WS incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210WS with the recipient before you confirm.

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