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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2115A

BARCGB2115A belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2115A

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2115A
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code15A
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchIsa 27
CityLiverpool
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way 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.
15A 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 BARCGB2115A?

BARCGB2115A identifies Isa 27, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need BARCGB2115A 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 still need BARCGB2115A.

How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of BARCGB2115A stand for?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 15A is the code of the department Isa 27.

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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2115A with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2115A against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.

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