SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210XD
BARCGB210XD belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Swindon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210XD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0XD |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Swindon 2 |
| City | Swindon |
| Country | United 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.
- 0XD 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 bank is behind BIC BARCGB210XD?
The code BARCGB210XD belongs to Swindon 2, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Swindon, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BARCGB210XD incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB210XD against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210XD?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210XD is Swindon 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BARCGB210XD if the recipient asks for it.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got other 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.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB210XD for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210XD.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.