SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2114E

BARCGB2114E belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2114E

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2114E
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code14E
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchIsa Savings 18
CityLiverpool
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
14E 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 code BARCGB2114E?

BARCGB2114E is the SWIFT/BIC code of Isa Savings 18, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in BARCGB2114E stand for?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 14E identifies the department Isa Savings 18.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2114E incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2114E with the recipient before sending.

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 what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BARCGB2114E for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BARCGB2114E.

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