SWIFT/BIC code CDSNKENAXXX
CDSNKENAXXX belongs to Central Depository and Settlement Corporation in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CDSNKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CDSNKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Central Depository and Settlement Corporation |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Central Depository and Settlement Corporation SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CDSN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NA 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 CDSNKENAXXX?
CDSNKENAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Central Depository and Settlement Corporation in Nairobi, Kenya. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Central Depository and Settlement Corporation.
How long does it take to send money to Central Depository and Settlement Corporation in Kenya?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in CDSNKENAXXX mean?
CDSN is the institution code of Central Depository and Settlement Corporation, KE stands for Kenya, NA 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 Central Depository and Settlement Corporation?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CDSNKENAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use CDSNKENAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CDSNKENAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Central Depository and Settlement Corporation have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CDSNKENAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Central Depository and Settlement Corporation in Kenya, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.