SWIFT/BIC code BARBKENATHI
BARBKENATHI belongs to Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD in Thika, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARBKENATHI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARBKENA |
| Branch code | THI |
| Bank | Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD |
| Branch | Thika Branch |
| City | Thika |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD 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.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- THI 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 uses SWIFT code BARBKENATHI?
BARBKENATHI is the SWIFT/BIC code of Thika Branch, part of Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD in Thika, Kenya. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BARBKENATHI, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of BARBKENATHI mean?
BARB is the bank code of Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD, KE stands for Kenya, NA is the location code and THI is the code of the department Thika Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Kenya with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BARBKENA instead of BARBKENATHI?
BARBKENA points to the main office of Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD, while BARBKENATHI is Thika Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARBKENATHI.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.