SWIFT/BIC code BARCKENXNPB
BARCKENXNPB belongs to Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCKENXNPB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCKENX |
| Branch code | NPB |
| Bank | Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. |
| Branch | Plaza Business Centre |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BARC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- NPB 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 SWIFT/BIC code BARCKENXNPB?
BARCKENXNPB identifies Plaza Business Centre, part of Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BARCKENX instead of BARCKENXNPB?
BARCKENX is the head office of Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD., while BARCKENXNPB points to Plaza Business Centre. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BARCKENXNPB if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BARCKENXNPB, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Does Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 12 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. in Kenya, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD..
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Kenya with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.