SWIFT/BIC code BARCIT4GXXX
BARCIT4GXXX belongs to Barclays Bank PLC Wholesale in Milano, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCIT4GXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCIT4G |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC Wholesale |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Milano |
| Country | Italy |
How the Barclays Bank PLC Wholesale 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.
- IT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 4G 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 BIC BARCIT4GXXX?
The code BARCIT4GXXX belongs to the main office of Barclays Bank PLC Wholesale in Milano, Italy. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Barclays Bank PLC Wholesale.
Does Barclays Bank PLC Wholesale use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BARCIT4GXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Barclays Bank PLC Wholesale in Italy, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC Wholesale in Italy?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is BARCIT4G and BARCIT4GXXX the same code?
Yes. BARCIT4G is the 8-character version of BARCIT4GXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Barclays Bank PLC Wholesale in Milano.
Do I need BARCIT4GXXX for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BARCIT4GXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC Wholesale?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.