SWIFT/BIC code GTBIKENAXXX
GTBIKENAXXX belongs to Guaranty Trust Bank (Kenya) LTD in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GTBIKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GTBIKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Guaranty Trust Bank (Kenya) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Guaranty Trust Bank (Kenya) LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GTBI 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 institution uses SWIFT code GTBIKENAXXX?
The code GTBIKENAXXX belongs to the head office of Guaranty Trust Bank (Kenya) LTD in Nairobi, Kenya. It is the code to use when a payment to Guaranty Trust Bank (Kenya) LTD does not need a specific branch.
Are GTBIKENA and GTBIKENAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. GTBIKENA is the short version of GTBIKENAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Guaranty Trust Bank (Kenya) LTD in Nairobi.
What is the best way to send money to Guaranty Trust Bank (Kenya) LTD?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Kenya with transfer services before you send.
Does Guaranty Trust Bank (Kenya) LTD have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GTBIKENAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Guaranty Trust Bank (Kenya) LTD in Kenya, so there is no branch code to choose.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Guaranty Trust Bank (Kenya) LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GTBIKENAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter GTBIKENAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GTBIKENAXXX against the details from Guaranty Trust Bank (Kenya) LTD before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.