SWIFT/BIC code BUCPGB21XXX
BUCPGB21XXX belongs to Barclays Unicorn Capital in Stratford-Upon-Avon, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BUCPGB21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BUCPGB21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Unicorn Capital |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Stratford-Upon-Avon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Barclays Unicorn Capital SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BUCP 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
Which institution uses SWIFT code BUCPGB21XXX?
The code BUCPGB21XXX belongs to the main office of Barclays Unicorn Capital in Stratford-Upon-Avon, United Kingdom. Use it when a payment to Barclays Unicorn Capital does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in BUCPGB21XXX mean?
BUCP is the institution code of Barclays Unicorn Capital, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Unicorn Capital?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Are BUCPGB21 and BUCPGB21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BUCPGB21 is the 8-character version of BUCPGB21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Barclays Unicorn Capital in Stratford-Upon-Avon.
Do I need BUCPGB21XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom 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 BUCPGB21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Unicorn Capital take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.