SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210XF
BARCGB210XF belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210XF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0XF |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Isa Savings Account 3 |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United 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.
- 0XF 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 code BARCGB210XF?
BARCGB210XF identifies Isa Savings Account 3, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BARCGB210XF incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210XF against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in BARCGB210XF stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0XF identifies the department Isa Savings Account 3.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210XF?
BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210XF is Isa Savings Account 3. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BARCGB210XF if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB210XF for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210XF.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.