SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2111L
BARCGB2111L belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2111L |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 11L |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Barclays Stockbrokers LTD, Pep4 |
| City | Glasgow |
| Country | United 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.
- 11L 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 BARCGB2111L?
The code BARCGB2111L belongs to Barclays Stockbrokers LTD, Pep4, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Glasgow, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BARCGB2111L 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 11L is the code of the branch Barclays Stockbrokers LTD, Pep4.
What happens if I use BARCGB2111L with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB2111L against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BARCGB2111L to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB2111L.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.