SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB91XXX
BARCGB91XXX belongs to Barclays Bank Africa in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGB91XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGB91 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Bank Africa |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Barclays Bank Africa 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).
- 91 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 uses BIC BARCGB91XXX?
The code BARCGB91XXX belongs to the headquarters of Barclays Bank Africa in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Barclays Bank Africa does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank Africa?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use BARCGB91XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB91XXX against the details from Barclays Bank Africa before sending.
What does each part of BARCGB91XXX mean?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank Africa, GB stands for United Kingdom, 91 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Does Barclays Bank Africa have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BARCGB91XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Barclays Bank Africa in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need BARCGB91XXX to send euros 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 BARCGB91XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.