SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2110V

BARCGB2110V belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Taunton, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2110V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2110V
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code10V
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchTaunton Area Branches 2
CityTaunton
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
10V 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/BIC code BARCGB2110V?

The code BARCGB2110V belongs to Taunton Area Branches 2, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Taunton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2110V?

BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2110V is Taunton Area Branches 2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2110V.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got more 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.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BARCGB2110V to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB2110V.

What happens if I use BARCGB2110V incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB2110V against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.

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