SWIFT/BIC code FAUMKENAXXX
FAUMKENAXXX belongs to Faulu Microfinance Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FAUMKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FAUMKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Faulu Microfinance Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Faulu Microfinance Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FAUM 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code FAUMKENAXXX?
FAUMKENAXXX identifies the head office of Faulu Microfinance Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when a payment to Faulu Microfinance Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of FAUMKENAXXX mean?
FAUM is the institution code of Faulu Microfinance Bank Limited, KE stands for Kenya, NA is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Faulu Microfinance Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FAUMKENAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Are FAUMKENA and FAUMKENAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FAUMKENA is the short version of FAUMKENAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Faulu Microfinance Bank Limited in Nairobi.
What happens if I enter FAUMKENAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FAUMKENAXXX against the details from Faulu Microfinance Bank Limited before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Faulu Microfinance Bank Limited in Kenya?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.