SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2113N

BARCGB2113N belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2113N

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2113N
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code13N
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchClapham Three
CityLondon
CountryUnited 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.
13N 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 SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2113N?

The code BARCGB2113N belongs to Clapham Three, part of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

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.

What do the letters in BARCGB2113N stand for?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 13N identifies the branch Clapham Three.

What happens if I use BARCGB2113N with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2113N with the recipient before sending.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2113N?

BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2113N is Clapham Three. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BARCGB2113N if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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