SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2112B
BARCGB2112B belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Harrow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2112B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 12B |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Harrow Three |
| City | Harrow |
| 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.
- 12B 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 uses SWIFT code BARCGB2112B?
The code BARCGB2112B belongs to Harrow Three, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Harrow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have 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. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2112B?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2112B points to Harrow Three. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2112B.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BARCGB2112B mean?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 12B identifies the department Harrow Three.
What happens if I use BARCGB2112B with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2112B with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.