SWIFT/BIC code CITIKWKWXXX
CITIKWKWXXX belongs to Citibank N.a. in Safat, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CITIKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CITIKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Citibank N.a. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Safat |
| Country | Kuwait |
How the Citibank N.a. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CITI 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code CITIKWKWXXX?
The code CITIKWKWXXX belongs to the head office of Citibank N.a. in Safat, Kuwait. It is the code to use when a payment to Citibank N.a. does not need a specific branch.
Does Citibank N.a. have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, CITIKWKWXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Citibank N.a. in Kuwait, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use CITIKWKWXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CITIKWKWXXX with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Citibank N.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CITIKWKWXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kuwait is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in CITIKWKWXXX mean?
CITI is the institution code of Citibank N.a., KW is the ISO code of Kuwait, KW is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to Citibank N.a. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.