SWIFT/BIC code AFIDMYK1XXX
AFIDMYK1XXX belongs to Affin Discount Berhad in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFIDMYK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFIDMYK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Affin Discount Berhad |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuala Lumpur |
| Country | Malaysia |
The way the Affin Discount Berhad SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFID Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 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 code AFIDMYK1XXX?
The code AFIDMYK1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Affin Discount Berhad in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Affin Discount Berhad.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Affin Discount Berhad?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AFIDMYK1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Malaysia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of AFIDMYK1XXX stand for?
AFID is the institution code of Affin Discount Berhad, MY is the ISO code of Malaysia, K1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to Affin Discount Berhad take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Is AFIDMYK1 and AFIDMYK1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. AFIDMYK1 is the short version of AFIDMYK1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Affin Discount Berhad in Kuala Lumpur.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Affin Discount Berhad?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Malaysia 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.