SWIFT/BIC code BPBLGB21XXX
BPBLGB21XXX belongs to Barclays Private Bank in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPBLGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPBLGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Private Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Barclays Private Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BPBLGB21XXX?
The code BPBLGB21XXX belongs to the head office of Barclays Private Bank in London, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Barclays Private Bank does not need a specific branch.
Does Barclays Private Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BPBLGB21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Barclays Private Bank in United Kingdom, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Private Bank?
Many banks 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.
Are BPBLGB21 and BPBLGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BPBLGB21 is the 8-character version of BPBLGB21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Barclays Private Bank in London.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Private Bank take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BPBLGB21XXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BPBLGB21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.