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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2116M

BARCGB2116M belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2116M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2116M
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code16M
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchIsa Savings 55
CityLeicester
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.
16M 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 BIC BARCGB2116M?

BARCGB2116M identifies Isa Savings 55, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 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.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2116M incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2116M with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of BARCGB2116M stand for?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 16M is the code of the branch Isa Savings 55.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2116M?

BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2116M is Isa Savings 55. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2116M.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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