SWIFT/BIC code FASRKEN1XXX
FASRKEN1XXX belongs to Faida Investment Bank LTD in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FASRKEN1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FASRKEN1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Faida Investment Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Faida Investment Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FASR 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT code FASRKEN1XXX?
FASRKEN1XXX identifies the headquarters of Faida Investment Bank LTD in Nairobi, Kenya. It is the code to use when a payment to Faida Investment Bank LTD does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in FASRKEN1XXX stand for?
FASR is the bank code of Faida Investment Bank LTD, KE stands for Kenya, N1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Faida Investment Bank LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FASRKEN1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Faida Investment Bank LTD take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Faida Investment Bank LTD in Kenya?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use FASRKEN1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check FASRKEN1XXX against the details from Faida Investment Bank LTD before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.