SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2111P
BARCGB2111P belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2111P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 11P |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Isa 50 - Three |
| 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.
- 11P 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2111P?
BARCGB2111P is the SWIFT/BIC code of Isa 50 - Three, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BARCGB2111P with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB2111P against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
Do I need BARCGB2111P to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BARCGB2111P.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of BARCGB2111P stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 11P identifies the department Isa 50 - Three.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.