SWIFT/BIC code ALFAKZKAXXX
ALFAKZKAXXX belongs to Alfa Bank JSC Sb in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFAKZKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFAKZKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alfa Bank JSC Sb |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Almaty |
| Country | Kazakhstan |
How the Alfa Bank JSC Sb SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALFA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KZ 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ALFAKZKAXXX?
ALFAKZKAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Alfa Bank JSC Sb in Almaty, Kazakhstan. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Alfa Bank JSC Sb.
Is ALFAKZKA and ALFAKZKAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. ALFAKZKA is the 8-character version of ALFAKZKAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Alfa Bank JSC Sb in Almaty.
What happens if I enter ALFAKZKAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ALFAKZKAXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Alfa Bank JSC Sb in Kazakhstan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kazakhstan with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Alfa Bank JSC Sb?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Alfa Bank JSC Sb have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ALFAKZKAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Alfa Bank JSC Sb in Kazakhstan, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.