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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2111I

BARCGB2111I belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Worthing, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2111I

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2111I
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code11I
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchUniversal Banking 1
CityWorthing
CountryUnited 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.
11I 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 bank is behind SWIFT code BARCGB2111I?

BARCGB2111I is the SWIFT/BIC code of Universal Banking 1, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Worthing, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use BARCGB2111I with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2111I with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of BARCGB2111I mean?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 11I is the code of the department Universal Banking 1.

Do I need BARCGB2111I for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB2111I.

How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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