SWIFT/BIC code BARCKENXVPC
BARCKENXVPC belongs to Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCKENXVPC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCKENX |
| Branch code | VPC |
| Bank | Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. |
| Branch | Voucher Processing Centre |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How 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.
- VPC 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 BIC BARCKENXVPC?
BARCKENXVPC identifies Voucher Processing Centre, a unit of Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. have other 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..
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD. take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BARCKENXVPC, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BARCKENX instead of BARCKENXVPC?
BARCKENX points to the main office of Barclays Bank of Kenya, LTD., while BARCKENXVPC points to Voucher Processing Centre. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCKENXVPC.
What happens if I enter BARCKENXVPC with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCKENXVPC 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.