SWIFT/BIC code GUARKENAXXX
GUARKENAXXX belongs to Guardian Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GUARKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GUARKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Guardian Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Guardian Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GUAR 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 GUARKENAXXX?
The code GUARKENAXXX belongs to the head office of Guardian Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when you send money to an account at Guardian Bank Limited.
How long does it take to send money to Guardian Bank Limited?
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 GUARKENAXXX stand for?
GUAR is the institution code of Guardian Bank Limited, KE stands for Kenya, NA is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Guardian Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GUARKENAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Guardian Bank Limited in Kenya?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Kenya with specialist providers before you send.
Does Guardian Bank Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GUARKENAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Guardian Bank Limited in Kenya, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.