SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2116W
BARCGB2116W belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2116W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 16W |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Isa Savings 63 |
| City | Leicester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 16W 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
What bank uses SWIFT code BARCGB2116W?
BARCGB2116W is the SWIFT/BIC code of Isa Savings 63, 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.
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 the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need BARCGB2116W to send euros 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 BARCGB2116W.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter BARCGB2116W incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2116W against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
What does each part of BARCGB2116W stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 16W is the code of the department Isa Savings 63.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.