SWIFT/BIC code BARBKENAMER
BARBKENAMER belongs to Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD in Meru, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARBKENAMER |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARBKENA |
| Branch code | MER |
| Bank | Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD |
| Branch | Meru Branch |
| City | Meru |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BARB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MER 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 uses BIC BARBKENAMER?
The code BARBKENAMER belongs to Meru Branch, a unit of Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD in Meru, Kenya. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 14 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD in Kenya, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BARBKENA instead of BARBKENAMER?
BARBKENA points to the head office of Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD, while BARBKENAMER points to Meru Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARBKENAMER.
What do the letters in BARBKENAMER mean?
BARB is the institution code of Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD, KE stands for Kenya, NA is the location code and MER is the code of the department Meru Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kenya with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BARBKENAMER with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BARBKENAMER 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.