SWIFT/BIC code AFGBAFKAXXX
AFGBAFKAXXX belongs to Da Afghanistan Bank in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFGBAFKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFGBAFKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Da Afghanistan Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kabul |
| Country | Afghanistan |
The way the Da Afghanistan Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFGB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AF 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code AFGBAFKAXXX?
The code AFGBAFKAXXX belongs to the main office of Da Afghanistan Bank in Kabul, Afghanistan. Use it when you send money to an account at Da Afghanistan Bank.
What happens if I enter AFGBAFKAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AFGBAFKAXXX against the details from Da Afghanistan Bank before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Da Afghanistan Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AFGBAFKAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Afghanistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of AFGBAFKAXXX mean?
AFGB is the institution code of Da Afghanistan Bank, AF stands for Afghanistan, KA is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Does Da Afghanistan Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, AFGBAFKAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Da Afghanistan Bank in Afghanistan, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Da Afghanistan Bank in Afghanistan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Afghanistan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.