SWIFT/BIC code GIROKENXXXX
GIROKENXXXX belongs to Giro Commercial Bank LTD in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GIROKENXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GIROKENX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Giro Commercial Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Giro Commercial Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GIRO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NX 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 GIROKENXXXX?
GIROKENXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Giro Commercial Bank LTD in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when a payment to Giro Commercial Bank LTD does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Giro Commercial Bank LTD take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Giro Commercial Bank LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GIROKENXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of GIROKENXXXX mean?
GIRO is the bank code of Giro Commercial Bank LTD, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, NX is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Giro Commercial Bank LTD in Kenya?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kenya with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use GIROKENXXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GIROKENXXXX against the details from Giro Commercial Bank LTD before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.