SWIFT/BIC code ESATKENAXXX
ESATKENAXXX belongs to Eastern and Southern African Trade and Developmentbank in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESATKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESATKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Eastern and Southern African Trade and Developmentbank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Eastern and Southern African Trade and Developmentbank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ESAT 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code ESATKENAXXX?
ESATKENAXXX identifies the head office of Eastern and Southern African Trade and Developmentbank in Nairobi, Kenya. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Eastern and Southern African Trade and Developmentbank.
Does Eastern and Southern African Trade and Developmentbank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ESATKENAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Eastern and Southern African Trade and Developmentbank in Kenya, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use ESATKENAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ESATKENAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Eastern and Southern African Trade and Developmentbank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of ESATKENAXXX mean?
ESAT is the institution code of Eastern and Southern African Trade and Developmentbank, KE stands for Kenya, NA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Eastern and Southern African Trade and Developmentbank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ESATKENAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, 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.