SWIFT/BIC code COMBKWKWLCS
COMBKWKWLCS belongs to Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMBKWKWLCS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMBKWKW |
| Branch code | LCS |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the |
| Branch | Letters of Credit Department |
| City | Kuwait |
| 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.
- LCS 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code COMBKWKWLCS?
The code COMBKWKWLCS belongs to Letters of Credit Department, a branch or department of Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the in Kuwait, Kuwait. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use COMBKWKWLCS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COMBKWKWLCS against the details from Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the before sending.
What does each part of COMBKWKWLCS 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 LCS is the code of the department Letters of Credit Department.
Can I use COMBKWKW instead of COMBKWKWLCS?
COMBKWKW is the head office of Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the, while COMBKWKWLCS points to Letters of Credit Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use COMBKWKWLCS if the recipient 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 COMBKWKWLCS, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kuwait uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial Bank of Kuwait Kpsc,the in Kuwait?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Kuwait with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.