SWIFT/BIC code CHBLKEN1XXX
CHBLKEN1XXX belongs to Charterhouse Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CHBLKEN1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CHBLKEN1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Charterhouse Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Charterhouse Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CHBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- N1 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 code CHBLKEN1XXX?
CHBLKEN1XXX identifies the headquarters of Charterhouse Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. It is the code to use when a payment to Charterhouse Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Charterhouse Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Kenya with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter CHBLKEN1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CHBLKEN1XXX against the details from Charterhouse Bank Limited before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Charterhouse Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CHBLKEN1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CHBLKEN1XXX mean?
CHBL is the institution code of Charterhouse Bank Limited, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, N1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Charterhouse Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.