SWIFT/BIC code GAFRKENAXXX
GAFRKENAXXX belongs to Gulf African Bank LTD in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GAFRKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GAFRKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gulf African Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Gulf African Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GAFR 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
Which bank is behind BIC GAFRKENAXXX?
The code GAFRKENAXXX belongs to the head office of Gulf African Bank LTD in Nairobi, Kenya. It is the code to use when a payment to Gulf African Bank LTD does not need a specific branch.
Does Gulf African Bank LTD use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GAFRKENAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Gulf African Bank LTD in Kenya, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Gulf African Bank LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GAFRKENAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in GAFRKENAXXX stand for?
GAFR is the institution code of Gulf African Bank LTD, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, NA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Is GAFRKENA and GAFRKENAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. GAFRKENA is the 8-character version of GAFRKENAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Gulf African Bank LTD in Nairobi.
How long does a transfer to Gulf African Bank LTD take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on 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.