SWIFT/BIC code EFHIKWK1XXX
EFHIKWK1XXX belongs to Efg Hermes Ifa in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EFHIKWK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EFHIKWK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Efg Hermes Ifa |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuwait |
| Country | Kuwait |
How the Efg Hermes Ifa SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EFHI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 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 SWIFT code EFHIKWK1XXX?
EFHIKWK1XXX identifies the headquarters of Efg Hermes Ifa in Kuwait, Kuwait. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Efg Hermes Ifa.
Does Efg Hermes Ifa use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, EFHIKWK1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Efg Hermes Ifa in Kuwait, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter EFHIKWK1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check EFHIKWK1XXX against the details from Efg Hermes Ifa before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Efg Hermes Ifa in Kuwait?
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 EFHIKWK1XXX mean?
EFHI is the bank code of Efg Hermes Ifa, KW is the ISO code of Kuwait, K1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Efg Hermes Ifa?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code EFHIKWK1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kuwait uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.