SWIFT/BIC code BGUEGGS1XXX
BGUEGGS1XXX belongs to Barclays Finance Co (Guernsey) LTD in St. Peter Port, Guernsey.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BGUEGGS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BGUEGGS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Finance Co (Guernsey) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Peter Port |
| Country | Guernsey |
How the Barclays Finance Co (Guernsey) LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BGUE 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.
- 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code BGUEGGS1XXX?
The code BGUEGGS1XXX belongs to the head office of Barclays Finance Co (Guernsey) LTD in St. Peter Port, Guernsey. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Barclays Finance Co (Guernsey) LTD.
Does Barclays Finance Co (Guernsey) LTD use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BGUEGGS1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Barclays Finance Co (Guernsey) LTD in Guernsey, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are BGUEGGS1 and BGUEGGS1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BGUEGGS1 is the short version of BGUEGGS1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Barclays Finance Co (Guernsey) LTD in St. Peter Port.
What happens if I use BGUEGGS1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BGUEGGS1XXX against the details from Barclays Finance Co (Guernsey) LTD before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Finance Co (Guernsey) LTD in Guernsey?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Barclays Finance Co (Guernsey) LTD?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.