SWIFT/BIC code BARCUGKXXXX
BARCUGKXXXX belongs to Barclays Bank of Uganda LTD. in Kampala, Uganda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCUGKXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCUGKX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Bank of Uganda LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kampala |
| Country | Uganda |
The way the Barclays Bank of Uganda 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.
- UG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KX 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 institution is behind BIC BARCUGKXXXX?
BARCUGKXXXX identifies the headquarters of Barclays Bank of Uganda LTD. in Kampala, Uganda. Use it when you send money to an account at Barclays Bank of Uganda LTD..
Does Barclays Bank of Uganda LTD. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BARCUGKXXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Barclays Bank of Uganda LTD. in Uganda, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter BARCUGKXXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARCUGKXXXX against the details from Barclays Bank of Uganda LTD. before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank of Uganda LTD. in Uganda?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Uganda with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are BARCUGKX and BARCUGKXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BARCUGKX is the 8-character version of BARCUGKXXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Barclays Bank of Uganda LTD. in Kampala.
What does each part of BARCUGKXXXX mean?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank of Uganda LTD., UG stands for Uganda, KX is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.