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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2111K

BARCGB2111K belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2111K

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2111K
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code11K
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchBarclays Stockbrokers LTD, Barclayshare
CityGlasgow
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
11K 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 BARCGB2111K?

BARCGB2111K identifies Barclays Stockbrokers LTD, Barclayshare, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need BARCGB2111K to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BARCGB2111K.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2111K?

BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2111K points to Barclays Stockbrokers LTD, Barclayshare. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2111K.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2111K incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2111K against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have 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.

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