SWIFT/BIC code BARBKENAXXX
BARBKENAXXX belongs to Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARBKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARBKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way 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.
- 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 institution is behind SWIFT code BARBKENAXXX?
The code BARBKENAXXX belongs to the head office of Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when a payment to Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of BARBKENAXXX stand for?
BARB is the bank code of Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, NA is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BARBKENAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use BARBKENAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARBKENAXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Are BARBKENA and BARBKENAXXX the same code?
Yes. BARBKENA is the 8-character version of BARBKENAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Bank of Baroda (Kenya) LTD in Nairobi.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.