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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2118M

BARCGB2118M belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2118M

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2118M
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code18M
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchSouthampton 3
CitySouthampton
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.
18M 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 branch uses BIC BARCGB2118M?

The code BARCGB2118M belongs to Southampton 3, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in Southampton, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BARCGB2118M to send euros 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 still need BARCGB2118M.

What happens if I enter BARCGB2118M with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB2118M against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.

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