SWIFT/BIC code CBKEKENXNDO
CBKEKENXNDO belongs to Central Bank of Kenya in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBKEKENXNDO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBKEKENX |
| Branch code | NDO |
| Bank | Central Bank of Kenya |
| Branch | National Debt Division |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Central Bank of Kenya SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBKE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- NDO 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 CBKEKENXNDO?
The code CBKEKENXNDO belongs to National Debt Division, a branch or department of Central Bank of Kenya in Nairobi, Kenya. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Central Bank of Kenya?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CBKEKENXNDO, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Central Bank of Kenya take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Has Central Bank of Kenya got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for Central Bank of Kenya in Kenya, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Central Bank of Kenya.
What does each part of CBKEKENXNDO stand for?
CBKE is the bank code of Central Bank of Kenya, KE stands for Kenya, NX is the location code and NDO identifies the branch National Debt Division.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Central Bank of Kenya?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Kenya with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.