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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB2TXXX

BARCGB2TXXX belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.

BARCGB2TXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB2TXXX
8-character codeBARCGB2T
Branch codeXXX
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchHead office
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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).
2T Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
XXX 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 BARCGB2TXXX?

BARCGB2TXXX identifies the headquarters of Barclays Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Barclays Bank PLC.

What happens if I use BARCGB2TXXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGB2TXXX with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of BARCGB2TXXX stand for?

BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2T is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.

How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?

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

Do I need BARCGB2TXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCGB2TXXX.

Are BARCGB2T and BARCGB2TXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. BARCGB2T is the 8-character version of BARCGB2TXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Barclays Bank PLC in London.

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