SWIFT/BIC code CKENKENAXXX
CKENKENAXXX belongs to Chase Bank (Kenya) Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CKENKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CKENKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Chase Bank (Kenya) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Chase Bank (Kenya) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CKEN 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code CKENKENAXXX?
CKENKENAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Chase Bank (Kenya) Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when you send money to an account at Chase Bank (Kenya) Limited.
What happens if I enter CKENKENAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CKENKENAXXX against the details from Chase Bank (Kenya) Limited before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Chase Bank (Kenya) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CKENKENAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CKENKENAXXX mean?
CKEN is the bank code of Chase Bank (Kenya) Limited, KE stands for Kenya, NA is the location code and XXX means the head office.
How long does a transfer to Chase Bank (Kenya) Limited take in Kenya?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Is CKENKENA and CKENKENAXXX the same code?
Yes. CKENKENA is the 8-character version of CKENKENAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Chase Bank (Kenya) Limited in Nairobi.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.