SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210ZV
BARCGB210ZV belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB210ZV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 0ZV |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Milton Keynes 2 |
| City | Milton Keynes |
| 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.
- 0ZV 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 SWIFT code BARCGB210ZV?
BARCGB210ZV identifies Milton Keynes 2, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BARCGB210ZV stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 0ZV identifies the department Milton Keynes 2.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got 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.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210ZV?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210ZV points to Milton Keynes 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB210ZV if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BARCGB210ZV with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210ZV against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need BARCGB210ZV to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210ZV.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.