SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210YM
BARCGB210YM belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210YM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0YM |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Northampton Area Branches 2 |
| City | Northampton |
| Country | United 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.
- 0YM 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 BIC BARCGB210YM?
BARCGB210YM identifies Northampton Area Branches 2, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Northampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BARCGB210YM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210YM with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB210YM to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARCGB210YM.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.