SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2116Y
BARCGB2116Y belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2116Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 16Y |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Isa Savings 65 |
| City | Leicester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- 16Y 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2116Y?
BARCGB2116Y identifies Isa Savings 65, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2116Y?
BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2116Y is Isa Savings 65. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BARCGB2116Y if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.
What happens if I use BARCGB2116Y with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2116Y against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
What does each part of BARCGB2116Y stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 16Y is the code of the branch Isa Savings 65.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.