SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2112E

BARCGB2112E belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2112E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2112E
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code12E
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchNewcastle Upon Tyne Three
CityNewcastle Upon Tyne
CountryUnited 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.
12E 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 code BARCGB2112E?

The code BARCGB2112E belongs to Newcastle Upon Tyne Three, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use BARCGB2112E incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB2112E with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BARCGB2112E to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB2112E.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.