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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2118W

BARCGB2118W belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2118W

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2118W
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code18W
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchMile End and Bow 2
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
18W 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 BARCGB2118W?

BARCGB2118W is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mile End and Bow 2, part of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use BARCGB2118W with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB2118W against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.

Do I need BARCGB2118W to send euros to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BARCGB2118W.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB2118W?

BARCGB21 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB2118W points to Mile End and Bow 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB2118W.

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