SWIFT/BIC code CIFIKENAXXX
CIFIKENAXXX belongs to Jamii Bora Bank LTD in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIFIKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIFIKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Jamii Bora Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Jamii Bora Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CIFI 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 BIC CIFIKENAXXX?
The code CIFIKENAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Jamii Bora Bank LTD in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when you send money to an account at Jamii Bora Bank LTD.
Is CIFIKENA and CIFIKENAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CIFIKENA is the short version of CIFIKENAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Jamii Bora Bank LTD in Nairobi.
How long does a transfer to Jamii Bora Bank LTD take in Kenya?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in CIFIKENAXXX mean?
CIFI is the bank code of Jamii Bora Bank LTD, KE stands for Kenya, NA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Jamii Bora Bank LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CIFIKENAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Jamii Bora Bank LTD in Kenya?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Kenya with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.