SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210YW
BARCGB210YW belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Enfield, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210YW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0YW |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Enfield Area Branches 2 |
| City | Enfield |
| Country | United 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.
- 0YW 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210YW?
The code BARCGB210YW belongs to Enfield Area Branches 2, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Enfield, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BARCGB210YW to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB210YW.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter BARCGB210YW incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB210YW with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.