SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2112A
BARCGB2112A belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2112A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 12A |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Hanley Three |
| City | Stoke-On-Trent |
| 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.
- 12A 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2112A?
The code BARCGB2112A belongs to Hanley Three, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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.
What happens if I use BARCGB2112A incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARCGB2112A with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2112A?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2112A points to Hanley Three. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB2112A if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BARCGB2112A to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BARCGB2112A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.