SWIFT/BIC code EFHKKEN1XXX
EFHKKEN1XXX belongs to Efg Hermes Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EFHKKEN1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EFHKKEN1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Efg Hermes Kenya Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Efg Hermes Kenya Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EFHK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- N1 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code EFHKKEN1XXX?
EFHKKEN1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Efg Hermes Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when you send money to an account at Efg Hermes Kenya Limited.
What is the best way to send money to Efg Hermes Kenya Limited in Kenya?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kenya with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use EFHKKEN1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check EFHKKEN1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Efg Hermes Kenya Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, EFHKKEN1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Efg Hermes Kenya Limited in Kenya, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Efg Hermes Kenya Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Efg Hermes Kenya Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code EFHKKEN1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.