SWIFT/BIC code AFDEUGKAXXX
AFDEUGKAXXX belongs to East African Development Bank in Kampala, Uganda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFDEUGKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFDEUGKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | East African Development Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kampala |
| Country | Uganda |
The way the East African Development Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFDE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- UG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA 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 code AFDEUGKAXXX?
AFDEUGKAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of East African Development Bank in Kampala, Uganda. Use it when you send money to an account at East African Development Bank.
What happens if I use AFDEUGKAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AFDEUGKAXXX against the details from East African Development Bank before sending.
Is AFDEUGKA and AFDEUGKAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. AFDEUGKA is the 8-character version of AFDEUGKAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach East African Development Bank in Kampala.
Does East African Development Bank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – AFDEUGKAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for East African Development Bank in Uganda, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to East African Development Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Uganda with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to East African Development Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.