SWIFT/BIC code BARBGB2LMAN

BARBGB2LMAN belongs to Bank of Baroda in Manchester, United Kingdom.

BARBGB2LMAN

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARBGB2LMAN
8-character codeBARBGB2L
Branch codeMAN
BankBank of Baroda
BranchManchester Branch
CityManchester
CountryUnited 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.
MAN 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 is behind SWIFT code BARBGB2LMAN?

The code BARBGB2LMAN belongs to Manchester Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Baroda in Manchester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Bank of Baroda in United Kingdom?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BARBGB2LMAN for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BARBGB2LMAN.

Can I use BARBGB2L instead of BARBGB2LMAN?

BARBGB2L is the main office of Bank of Baroda, while BARBGB2LMAN points to Manchester Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARBGB2LMAN.

What happens if I use BARBGB2LMAN incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARBGB2LMAN against the details from Bank of Baroda before you confirm.

Does Bank of Baroda have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 10 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Baroda in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.