SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210YC

BARCGB210YC belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210YC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210YC
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0YC
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchIsa Savings Account 8
CityLiverpool
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.
0YC 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 BARCGB210YC?

BARCGB210YC identifies Isa Savings Account 8, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210YC?

BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210YC points to Isa Savings Account 8. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210YC.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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?

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 BARCGB210YC to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210YC.

What happens if I use BARCGB210YC with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210YC with the recipient before sending.

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