SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB51XXX
BARCGB51XXX belongs to Barclays Nominees in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB51XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB51 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Nominees |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Barclays Nominees 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).
- 51 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT code BARCGB51XXX?
The code BARCGB51XXX belongs to the headquarters of Barclays Nominees in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Barclays Nominees does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Nominees take?
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 BARCGB51XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARCGB51XXX.
Are BARCGB51 and BARCGB51XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BARCGB51 is the short version of BARCGB51XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Barclays Nominees in London.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Nominees in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BARCGB51XXX stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Nominees, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 51 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.