SWIFT/BIC code COMBKWKWA21
COMBKWKWA21 belongs to Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the in Shuwaikh, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMBKWKWA21 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMBKWKW |
| Branch code | A21 |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the |
| Branch | Shuwaikh Branch |
| City | Shuwaikh |
| Country | Kuwait |
The way the Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COMB 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.
- A21 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 branch uses BIC COMBKWKWA21?
COMBKWKWA21 identifies Shuwaikh Branch, part of Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the in Shuwaikh, Kuwait. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMBKWKWA21, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kuwait is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use COMBKWKW instead of COMBKWKWA21?
COMBKWKW points to the head office of Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the, while COMBKWKWA21 is Shuwaikh Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COMBKWKWA21.
How long does it take to send money to Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of COMBKWKWA21 stand for?
COMB is the institution code of Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the, KW is the ISO code of Kuwait, KW is the location code and A21 is the code of the department Shuwaikh Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the in Kuwait?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Kuwait 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.