SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2115S

BARCGB2115S belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2115S

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2115S
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code15S
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchIsa 43
CityLiverpool
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
15S 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2115S?

BARCGB2115S identifies Isa 43, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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 happens if I use BARCGB2115S incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2115S with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in BARCGB2115S mean?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 15S is the code of the department Isa 43.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2115S?

BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2115S points to Isa 43. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2115S.

What is the best 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 transfer services 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.