SWIFT/BIC code BARBMUMUXXX
BARBMUMUXXX belongs to Bank of Baroda in Port Louis, Mauritius.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARBMUMUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARBMUMU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Baroda |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Port Louis |
| Country | Mauritius |
How the Bank of Baroda SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BARB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MU 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/BIC code BARBMUMUXXX?
BARBMUMUXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Bank of Baroda in Port Louis, Mauritius. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Baroda.
What does each part of BARBMUMUXXX stand for?
BARB is the bank code of Bank of Baroda, MU stands for Mauritius, MU is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Baroda?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BARBMUMUXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Mauritius uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Baroda take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Baroda?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Mauritius with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is BARBMUMU and BARBMUMUXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BARBMUMU is the short version of BARBMUMUXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Bank of Baroda in Port Louis.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.