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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2118F

BARCGB2118F belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2118F

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2118F
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code18F
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchIsa Savings 79
CityLeicester
CountryUnited 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.
18F 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 BARCGB2118F?

BARCGB2118F identifies Isa Savings 79, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Leicester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2118F with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB2118F with the recipient before sending.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2118F?

BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2118F is Isa Savings 79. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2118F.

What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.

Has Barclays Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of BARCGB2118F stand for?

BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 18F is the code of the branch Isa Savings 79.

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