SWIFT/BIC code BNPAKWKWXXX
BNPAKWKWXXX belongs to BNP Paribas Kuwait in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Kuwait |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuwait |
| Country | Kuwait |
The way the BNP Paribas Kuwait SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNPA 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 BNPAKWKWXXX?
BNPAKWKWXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of BNP Paribas Kuwait in Kuwait, Kuwait. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at BNP Paribas Kuwait.
What does each part of BNPAKWKWXXX mean?
BNPA is the bank code of BNP Paribas Kuwait, KW is the ISO code of Kuwait, KW is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at BNP Paribas Kuwait?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BNPAKWKWXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kuwait uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Kuwait take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Kuwait?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Kuwait with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BNPAKWKWXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BNPAKWKWXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.