SWIFT/BIC code BARCKENXTPC
BARCKENXTPC belongs to Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCKENXTPC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCKENX |
| Branch code | TPC |
| Bank | Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. |
| Branch | Trade Processing Centre |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- TPC 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code BARCKENXTPC?
BARCKENXTPC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Trade Processing Centre, a unit of Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BARCKENXTPC with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCKENXTPC against the details from Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. before sending.
What do the letters in BARCKENXTPC stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD., KE stands for Kenya, NX is the code for the city or region and TPC is the code of the branch Trade Processing Centre.
Can I use BARCKENX instead of BARCKENXTPC?
BARCKENX points to the head office of Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD., while BARCKENXTPC points to Trade Processing Centre. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCKENXTPC.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Kenya with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.