SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2111H
BARCGB2111H belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2111H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 11H |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | E Savings 7 |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United 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.
- 11H 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 BIC BARCGB2111H?
The code BARCGB2111H belongs to E Savings 7, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2111H?
BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2111H is E Savings 7. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BARCGB2111H if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BARCGB2111H with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2111H against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have 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.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB2111H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BARCGB2111H.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.