SWIFT/BIC code BMUSKWKWXXX
BMUSKWKWXXX belongs to Bankmuscat in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BMUSKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BMUSKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bankmuscat |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuwait |
| Country | Kuwait |
The way the Bankmuscat SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BMUS 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BMUSKWKWXXX?
The code BMUSKWKWXXX belongs to the main office of Bankmuscat in Kuwait, Kuwait. Use it when you send money to an account at Bankmuscat.
What happens if I enter BMUSKWKWXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BMUSKWKWXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are BMUSKWKW and BMUSKWKWXXX the same code?
Yes. BMUSKWKW is the short version of BMUSKWKWXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Bankmuscat in Kuwait.
What do the letters in BMUSKWKWXXX mean?
BMUS is the bank code of Bankmuscat, KW is the ISO code of Kuwait, KW is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bankmuscat?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BMUSKWKWXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kuwait is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bankmuscat?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.