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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210XB

BARCGB210XB belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210XB

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210XB
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0XB
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchNewham 2
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
0XB 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 SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210XB?

BARCGB210XB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Newham 2, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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.

Do I need BARCGB210XB 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 still need BARCGB210XB.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210XB?

BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210XB points to Newham 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB210XB if the recipient asks for it.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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