SWIFT/BIC code BARBGB2LKEN
BARBGB2LKEN belongs to Bank of Baroda in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARBGB2LKEN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARBGB2L |
| Branch code | KEN |
| Bank | Bank of Baroda |
| Branch | Kenton Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Baroda SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BARB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KEN 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 branch is behind SWIFT code BARBGB2LKEN?
The code BARBGB2LKEN belongs to Kenton Branch, part of Bank of Baroda in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of Baroda got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 10 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Baroda in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Baroda take?
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 BARBGB2LKEN for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BARBGB2LKEN.
Can I use BARBGB2L instead of BARBGB2LKEN?
BARBGB2L points to the head office of Bank of Baroda, while BARBGB2LKEN is Kenton Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BARBGB2LKEN if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BARBGB2LKEN with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARBGB2LKEN with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.