SWIFT/BIC code BARCZMLXKPC
BARCZMLXKPC belongs to Barclays Bank PLC Zambia in Kitwe, Zambia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCZMLXKPC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCZMLX |
| Branch code | KPC |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC Zambia |
| Branch | Kitwe Processing Centre |
| City | Kitwe |
| Country | Zambia |
The way the Barclays Bank PLC Zambia 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.
- ZM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KPC 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 bank is behind SWIFT code BARCZMLXKPC?
The code BARCZMLXKPC belongs to Kitwe Processing Centre, a branch or department of Barclays Bank PLC Zambia in Kitwe, Zambia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC Zambia in Zambia?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Zambia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Barclays Bank PLC Zambia got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC Zambia in Zambia, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Barclays Bank PLC Zambia?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BARCZMLXKPC, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Zambia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC Zambia take in Zambia?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use BARCZMLX instead of BARCZMLXKPC?
BARCZMLX is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC Zambia, while BARCZMLXKPC is Kitwe Processing Centre. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BARCZMLXKPC if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.