SWIFT/BIC code BARCPTPLXXX
BARCPTPLXXX belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Lisbon, Portugal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCPTPLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCPTPL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lisbon |
| Country | Portugal |
How 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.
- PT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PL 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 SWIFT/BIC code BARCPTPLXXX?
BARCPTPLXXX identifies the headquarters of Barclays Bank PLC in Lisbon, Portugal. Use it when a payment to Barclays Bank PLC does not need a specific branch.
Are BARCPTPL and BARCPTPLXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BARCPTPL is the 8-character version of BARCPTPLXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Barclays Bank PLC in Lisbon.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC in Portugal?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BARCPTPLXXX to send euros to Portugal?
Portugal belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BARCPTPLXXX.
What happens if I use BARCPTPLXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARCPTPLXXX against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.
Does Barclays Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in Portugal. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.