SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2116T
BARCGB2116T belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2116T |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 16T |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Isa Savings 60 |
| 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.
- 16T 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/BIC code BARCGB2116T?
BARCGB2116T is the SWIFT/BIC code of Isa Savings 60, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BARCGB2116T mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 16T identifies the department Isa Savings 60.
What happens if I use BARCGB2116T incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2116T with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.