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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210XC

BARCGB210XC belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210XC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210XC
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0XC
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchReading 2
CityReading
CountryUnited 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.
0XC 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 BARCGB210XC?

The code BARCGB210XC belongs to Reading 2, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Reading, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in BARCGB210XC stand for?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0XC identifies the branch Reading 2.

What happens if I enter BARCGB210XC with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210XC with the recipient before sending.

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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210XC?

BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210XC is Reading 2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210XC.

Do I need BARCGB210XC 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 BARCGB210XC.

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