SWIFT/BIC code DOHBKWKWXXX
DOHBKWKWXXX belongs to Doha Bank in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DOHBKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DOHBKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Doha Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuwait |
| Country | Kuwait |
How the Doha Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DOHB 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 BIC DOHBKWKWXXX?
DOHBKWKWXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Doha Bank in Kuwait, Kuwait. Use it when a payment to Doha Bank does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Doha Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Kuwait with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in DOHBKWKWXXX stand for?
DOHB is the bank code of Doha Bank, KW is the ISO code of Kuwait, KW is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Doha Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code DOHBKWKWXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kuwait is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Doha Bank in Kuwait?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Are DOHBKWKW and DOHBKWKWXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. DOHBKWKW is the short version of DOHBKWKWXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Doha Bank in Kuwait.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.