SWIFT/BIC code GCCOKWKWXXX
GCCOKWKWXXX belongs to Gulf Custody Company in Safat, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GCCOKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GCCOKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gulf Custody Company |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Safat |
| Country | Kuwait |
How the Gulf Custody Company SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GCCO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KW 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 institution is behind BIC GCCOKWKWXXX?
GCCOKWKWXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Gulf Custody Company in Safat, Kuwait. It is the code to use when a payment to Gulf Custody Company does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Gulf Custody Company?
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 the letters in GCCOKWKWXXX stand for?
GCCO is the bank code of Gulf Custody Company, KW is the ISO code of Kuwait, KW is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Gulf Custody Company?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GCCOKWKWXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kuwait is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Does Gulf Custody Company use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GCCOKWKWXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Gulf Custody Company in Kuwait, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter GCCOKWKWXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GCCOKWKWXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.