SWIFT/BIC code ASHSKEN1XXX
ASHSKEN1XXX belongs to Afrika Investment Bank LTD in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASHSKEN1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASHSKEN1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Afrika Investment Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Afrika Investment Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ASHS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- N1 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 ASHSKEN1XXX?
The code ASHSKEN1XXX belongs to the main office of Afrika Investment Bank LTD in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when a payment to Afrika Investment Bank LTD does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Afrika Investment Bank LTD take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of ASHSKEN1XXX stand for?
ASHS is the bank code of Afrika Investment Bank LTD, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, N1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Afrika Investment Bank LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ASHSKEN1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Does Afrika Investment Bank LTD have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ASHSKEN1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Afrika Investment Bank LTD in Kenya, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Afrika Investment Bank LTD in Kenya?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kenya 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.