SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2116H
BARCGB2116H belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2116H |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 16H |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Isa Savings 50 |
| City | Leicester |
| Country | United 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.
- 16H 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 BIC BARCGB2116H?
BARCGB2116H identifies Isa Savings 50, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need BARCGB2116H to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB2116H.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of BARCGB2116H stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 16H identifies the department Isa Savings 50.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.