SWIFT/BIC code ABKKKWKWXXX
ABKKKWKWXXX belongs to Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABKKKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABKKKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuwait |
| Country | Kuwait |
How the Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABKK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KW 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code ABKKKWKWXXX?
The code ABKKKWKWXXX belongs to the main office of Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p in Kuwait, Kuwait. Use it when a payment to Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p does not need a specific branch.
Does Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ABKKKWKWXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p in Kuwait, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are ABKKKWKW and ABKKKWKWXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ABKKKWKW is the short version of ABKKKWKWXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p in Kuwait.
What is the best way to send money to Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p in Kuwait?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kuwait with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p in Kuwait?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in ABKKKWKWXXX mean?
ABKK is the bank code of Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, KW is the ISO code of Kuwait, KW is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.