SWIFT/BIC code BARCKENXOCB
BARCKENXOCB belongs to Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCKENXOCB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCKENX |
| Branch code | OCB |
| Bank | Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. |
| Branch | Back Office Processing Centre, Bank House |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- OCB 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 BARCKENXOCB?
BARCKENXOCB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Back Office Processing Centre, Bank House, a unit of Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kenya with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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 do the letters in BARCKENXOCB stand for?
BARC is the bank code of Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD., KE is the ISO code of Kenya, NX is the code for the city or region and OCB identifies the branch Back Office Processing Centre, Bank House.
Can I use BARCKENX instead of BARCKENXOCB?
BARCKENX points to the main office of Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD., while BARCKENXOCB is Back Office Processing Centre, Bank House. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCKENXOCB.
What happens if I enter BARCKENXOCB with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCKENXOCB against the details from Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.