SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2112P
BARCGB2112P belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2112P |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 12P |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wolverhampton Three |
| City | Wolverhampton |
| 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.
- 12P 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 BARCGB2112P?
BARCGB2112P identifies Wolverhampton Three, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in BARCGB2112P mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 12P identifies the department Wolverhampton Three.
Do I need BARCGB2112P 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. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB2112P.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Banks often 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.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2112P?
BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2112P is Wolverhampton Three. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BARCGB2112P if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.