SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2118B
BARCGB2118B belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2118B |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 18B |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Isa Savings 67 |
| City | Liverpool |
| 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.
- 18B 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 SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2118B?
The code BARCGB2118B belongs to Isa Savings 67, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need BARCGB2118B for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BARCGB2118B.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use BARCGB2118B incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCGB2118B with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BARCGB2118B mean?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 18B is the code of the department Isa Savings 67.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2118B?
BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2118B is Isa Savings 67. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2118B.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.