SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2113J
BARCGB2113J belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Croydon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2113J |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 13J |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Croydon Three |
| City | Croydon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 13J 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 BIC BARCGB2113J?
The code BARCGB2113J belongs to Croydon Three, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Croydon, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2113J?
BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2113J is Croydon Three. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2113J.
Do I need BARCGB2113J to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BARCGB2113J.
What happens if I use BARCGB2113J incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2113J with the recipient before sending.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.