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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2118L

BARCGB2118L belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Romford, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2118L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2118L
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code18L
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchRomford 4
CityRomford
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
18L 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 uses SWIFT code BARCGB2118L?

BARCGB2118L is the SWIFT/BIC code of Romford 4, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Romford, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have 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 do the letters in BARCGB2118L mean?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 18L is the code of the branch Romford 4.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2118L?

BARCGB21 points to the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2118L points to Romford 4. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2118L.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2118L with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB2118L with the recipient before you confirm.

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

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.

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