SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2118R
BARCGB2118R belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Burton-On-Trent, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2118R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 18R |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Burton On Trent 2 |
| City | Burton-On-Trent |
| 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.
- 18R 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 BARCGB2118R?
BARCGB2118R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Burton On Trent 2, part of Barclays Bank PLC in Burton-On-Trent, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of BARCGB2118R 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 18R is the code of the department Burton On Trent 2.
Do I need BARCGB2118R to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB2118R.
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. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.