SWIFT/BIC code BARCGBF1XXX
BARCGBF1XXX belongs to Barclays Bank PLC (Bgis) in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGBF1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGBF1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC (Bgis) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Barclays Bank PLC (Bgis) 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).
- F1 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 uses SWIFT code BARCGBF1XXX?
BARCGBF1XXX identifies the headquarters of Barclays Bank PLC (Bgis) in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Barclays Bank PLC (Bgis) does not need a specific branch.
Do I need BARCGBF1XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGBF1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC (Bgis) in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is BARCGBF1 and BARCGBF1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BARCGBF1 is the short version of BARCGBF1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Barclays Bank PLC (Bgis) in London.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC (Bgis) in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BARCGBF1XXX stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC (Bgis), GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, F1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.