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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2116Z

BARCGB2116Z belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2116Z

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2116Z
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code16Z
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchMayfair212regent 2
CityLondon
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.
16Z 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 BARCGB2116Z?

The code BARCGB2116Z belongs to Mayfair212regent 2, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BARCGB2116Z for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you do need BARCGB2116Z.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2116Z?

BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2116Z points to Mayfair212regent 2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2116Z.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have more 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.

What happens if I use BARCGB2116Z with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2116Z against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.

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