SWIFT/BIC code BARCGGS10S2
BARCGGS10S2 belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in St. Peter Port, Guernsey.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCGGS10S2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCGGS1 |
| Branch code | 0S2 |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Barclays Bank PLC Guernsey |
| City | St. Peter Port |
| Country | Guernsey |
The way 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.
- GG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 0S2 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 branch uses SWIFT code BARCGGS10S2?
BARCGGS10S2 identifies Barclays Bank PLC Guernsey, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC in St. Peter Port, Guernsey. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BARCGGS10S2 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCGGS10S2 against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before you confirm.
What do the letters in BARCGGS10S2 stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank PLC, GG is the ISO code of Guernsey, S1 is the code for the city or region and 0S2 is the code of the branch Barclays Bank PLC Guernsey.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Barclays Bank PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BARCGGS10S2, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Guernsey uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in Guernsey?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in Guernsey. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.