SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2111Z
BARCGB2111Z belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Fareham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2111Z |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 11Z |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Solent Three |
| City | Fareham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 11Z 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 BARCGB2111Z?
BARCGB2111Z identifies Solent Three, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Fareham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need BARCGB2111Z for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BARCGB2111Z.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter BARCGB2111Z with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2111Z against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
What does each part of BARCGB2111Z mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 11Z identifies the department Solent Three.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.