SWIFT/BIC code BARCGBT1XXX
BARCGBT1XXX belongs to Barclays Mercantile Credit in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGBT1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGBT1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Mercantile Credit |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Liverpool |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Barclays Mercantile Credit 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).
- T1 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 BARCGBT1XXX?
BARCGBT1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Barclays Mercantile Credit in Liverpool, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Barclays Mercantile Credit.
What happens if I enter BARCGBT1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGBT1XXX against the details from Barclays Mercantile Credit before sending.
Does Barclays Mercantile Credit use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BARCGBT1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Barclays Mercantile Credit in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of BARCGBT1XXX stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Mercantile Credit, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, T1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Mercantile Credit in United Kingdom?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need BARCGBT1XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BARCGBT1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.