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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2112H

BARCGB2112H belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Aylesbury, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2112H

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2112H
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code12H
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchBuckinghamshire Three
CityAylesbury
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.
12H 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 is behind SWIFT code BARCGB2112H?

BARCGB2112H identifies Buckinghamshire Three, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Aylesbury, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2112H?

BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2112H points to Buckinghamshire Three. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2112H.

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.

What does each part of BARCGB2112H stand for?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 12H identifies the branch Buckinghamshire Three.

Do I need BARCGB2112H for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB2112H.

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.

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