SWIFT/BIC code BKMEKWKWXXX
BKMEKWKWXXX belongs to Ahli United Bank K.s.c.p. in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKMEKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKMEKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ahli United Bank K.s.c.p. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuwait |
| Country | Kuwait |
How the Ahli United Bank K.s.c.p. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKME Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KW 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 is behind BIC BKMEKWKWXXX?
BKMEKWKWXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Ahli United Bank K.s.c.p. in Kuwait, Kuwait. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Ahli United Bank K.s.c.p..
Does Ahli United Bank K.s.c.p. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BKMEKWKWXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Ahli United Bank K.s.c.p. in Kuwait, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is BKMEKWKW and BKMEKWKWXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BKMEKWKW is the short version of BKMEKWKWXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Ahli United Bank K.s.c.p. in Kuwait.
What happens if I enter BKMEKWKWXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKMEKWKWXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ahli United Bank K.s.c.p.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Kuwait with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BKMEKWKWXXX stand for?
BKME is the institution code of Ahli United Bank K.s.c.p., KW stands for Kuwait, KW is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.