SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2112W
BARCGB2112W belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Maidstone, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2112W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 12W |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | North Kent Three |
| City | Maidstone |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 12W 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/BIC code BARCGB2112W?
The code BARCGB2112W belongs to North Kent Three, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Maidstone, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2112W?
BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2112W points to North Kent Three. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2112W.
Do I need BARCGB2112W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BARCGB2112W.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Barclays Bank PLC got 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.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers 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.