SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2118S
BARCGB2118S belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB2118S |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB21 |
| Branch code | 18S |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Liverpool City Bus 2 |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United 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.
- 18S 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 is behind SWIFT code BARCGB2118S?
The code BARCGB2118S belongs to Liverpool City Bus 2, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in BARCGB2118S stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and 18S is the code of the branch Liverpool City Bus 2.
Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2118S?
BARCGB21 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2118S is Liverpool City Bus 2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2118S.
Do I need BARCGB2118S for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB2118S.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.