SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210YS
BARCGB210YS belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210YS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0YS |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Barclays Centralised Bonds 2 |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 0YS 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
What bank uses SWIFT code BARCGB210YS?
The code BARCGB210YS belongs to Barclays Centralised Bonds 2, 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.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use BARCGB210YS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210YS against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in BARCGB210YS stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0YS is the code of the department Barclays Centralised Bonds 2.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210YS?
BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210YS points to Barclays Centralised Bonds 2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210YS.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.