SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2117E
BARCGB2117E belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2117E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 17E |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Manchester City 2 |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | United 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.
- 17E 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 code BARCGB2117E?
BARCGB2117E identifies Manchester City 2, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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.
Do I need BARCGB2117E 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. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB2117E.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of BARCGB2117E stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 17E identifies the branch Manchester City 2.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2117E?
BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2117E points to Manchester City 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2117E.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.