UNITED KINGDOM

Barclays Bank SWIFT code in the United Kingdom

The SWIFT/BIC code for Barclays Bank is BUKBGB22XXX. However, Barclays Bank may use different SWIFT/BIC codes depending on the service or branch. If you’re unsure which to use, confirm with your recipient or contact Barclays Bank directly.

Barclays Bank

BUKBGB22XXX

Bank name

BARCLAYS BANK UK PLC

SWIFT code

BUKBGB22XXX

Address

1 CHURCHILL PLACE

City

LONDON

Country

UNITED KINGDOM

This is the main SWIFT/BIC code for Barclays Bank in the United Kingdom

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About BUKBGB22XXX

The main SWIFT code for Barclays Bank in the United Kingdom is BUKBGB22XXX. This code identifies the bank’s main office for international payments in the United Kingdom and is commonly used when a branch-specific code isn’t required or available. If you’re sending money to an account with Barclays Bank in the United Kingdom, and the recipient hasn’t provided a local branch SWIFT code, using BUKBGB22XXX is typically a safe and reliable option.

When to use this SWIFT code

Using BUKBGB22XXX

You can use Barclays Bank’s main SWIFT/BIC code BUKBGB22XXX when:

  • Sending an international money transfer to Barclays Bank in the United Kingdom

  • The recipient hasn’t provided a branch-specific SWIFT/BIC code

  • Barclays Bank processes the payment centrally through its primary office

  • You want to use a widely accepted default SWIFT/BIC code

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Receiving a payment

Receiving a payment to Barclays Bank in the United Kingdom?

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Frequently asked questions

The main office SWIFT code for Barclays Bank is BUKBGB22XXX. This code is commonly used for international wire transfers to the bank's headquarters. It identifies Barclays Bank in the SWIFT network, helping ensure that funds are routed to the correct financial institution.