SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210YV
BARCGB210YV belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210YV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0YV |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Bristol City Area Branches 2 |
| City | Bristol |
| 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.
- 0YV 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210YV?
BARCGB210YV identifies Bristol City Area Branches 2, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Bristol, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have other 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 does each part of BARCGB210YV mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 0YV is the code of the branch Bristol City Area Branches 2.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210YV?
BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210YV points to Bristol City Area Branches 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB210YV if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BARCGB210YV incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB210YV with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.