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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210YE

BARCGB210YE belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210YE

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210YE
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0YE
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchBarclays Businessdirect
CityLeicester
CountryUnited 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.
0YE 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 BARCGB210YE?

BARCGB210YE identifies Barclays Businessdirect, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210YE?

BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210YE points to Barclays Businessdirect. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210YE.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got other 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.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

What do the letters in BARCGB210YE stand for?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0YE identifies the department Barclays Businessdirect.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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