SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB22CLM
BARCGB22CLM belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB22CLM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB22 |
| Branch code | CLM |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | — |
| City | London |
| 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).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CLM 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 BIC BARCGB22CLM?
BARCGB22CLM is the SWIFT/BIC code of Barclays Bank PLC, part of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need BARCGB22CLM for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB22CLM.
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. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of BARCGB22CLM mean?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 22 is the code for the city or region and CLM is the code of the department Barclays Bank PLC.
What happens if I enter BARCGB22CLM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB22CLM with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BARCGB22 instead of BARCGB22CLM?
BARCGB22 points to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB22CLM points to Barclays Bank PLC. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BARCGB22CLM if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.