BARCGB5GCCS — BARCLAYS BANK PLC WHOLESALE
BARCGB5GCCS is the SWIFT/BIC code for BARCLAYS BANK PLC WHOLESALE in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BARCGB5GCCS is the SWIFT/BIC code for BARCLAYS BANK PLC WHOLESALE in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: BARCGB5G
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BARCLAYS BANK PLC WHOLESALE |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 5G |
| Branch | MACRO RATES MULTILATERAL NETTING FOR CROSS CURRENCY POSITIONS |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BARCGB5GCCS belong to?
The SWIFT code BARCGB5GCCS identifies BARCLAYS BANK PLC WHOLESALE in LONDON, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BARCGB5GCCS mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BARCGB5GCCS are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BARC) represent the bank code for BARCLAYS BANK PLC WHOLESALE; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (5G) specify the location code; and the final characters (CCS) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BARCGB5GCCS active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BARCGB5GCCS is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '5G' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BARCGB5G instead of BARCGB5GCCS?
Yes. The 8-character code BARCGB5G represents the primary headquarters of BARCLAYS BANK PLC WHOLESALE. The 11-character code BARCGB5GCCS targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BARCGB5G (or BARCGB5GXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to BARCGB5GCCS?
The physical address registered for BARCGB5GCCS is: 5 THE NORTH COLONNADE, CANARY WHARF, E14 4PU, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the BARCGB5GCCS code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code BARCGB5GCCS is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United Kingdom. Domestic GBP clearings route via BACS, CHAPS and Faster Payments rather than SWIFT.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).