SWIFT/BIC code DEVKKENAXXX
DEVKKENAXXX belongs to Development Bank of Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEVKKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEVKKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Development Bank of Kenya Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Development Bank of Kenya Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DEVK 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 code DEVKKENAXXX?
DEVKKENAXXX identifies the head office of Development Bank of Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. It is the code to use when a payment to Development Bank of Kenya Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter DEVKKENAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DEVKKENAXXX against the details from Development Bank of Kenya Limited before you confirm.
Are DEVKKENA and DEVKKENAXXX the same code?
Yes. DEVKKENA is the short version of DEVKKENAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Development Bank of Kenya Limited in Nairobi.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Development Bank of Kenya Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code DEVKKENAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of DEVKKENAXXX stand for?
DEVK is the institution code of Development Bank of Kenya Limited, KE stands for Kenya, NA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
How long does a transfer to Development Bank of Kenya Limited take in Kenya?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.