SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210ZE

BARCGB210ZE belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210ZE

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210ZE
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0ZE
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchE Savings 2
CityLiverpool
CountryUnited Kingdom

How the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
0ZE 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 code BARCGB210ZE?

BARCGB210ZE is the SWIFT/BIC code of E Savings 2, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210ZE?

BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210ZE points to E Savings 2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210ZE.

What happens if I use BARCGB210ZE with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB210ZE with the recipient before you confirm.

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

Has Barclays Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.

Do I need BARCGB210ZE for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210ZE.

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