SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210XR
BARCGB210XR belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210XR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0XR |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Liverpool South Group 2 |
| City | Liverpool |
| 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.
- 0XR 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 uses SWIFT code BARCGB210XR?
BARCGB210XR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Liverpool South Group 2, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, 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 in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.
What do the letters in BARCGB210XR stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0XR is the code of the department Liverpool South Group 2.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210XR?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210XR is Liverpool South Group 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210XR.
Do I need BARCGB210XR to send euros 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 BARCGB210XR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.