SWIFT/BIC code BARBGB2LXXX
BARBGB2LXXX belongs to Bank of Baroda in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARBGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARBGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Baroda |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- 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 bank is behind SWIFT code BARBGB2LXXX?
The code BARBGB2LXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bank of Baroda in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Baroda does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in BARBGB2LXXX stand for?
BARB is the institution code of Bank of Baroda, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Baroda take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter BARBGB2LXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BARBGB2LXXX against the details from Bank of Baroda before you confirm.
Do I need BARBGB2LXXX to send euros 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 BARBGB2LXXX.
Is BARBGB2L and BARBGB2LXXX the same code?
Yes. BARBGB2L is the 8-character version of BARBGB2LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Bank of Baroda in London.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.