SWIFT/BIC code GULBKWKWTRO
GULBKWKWTRO belongs to Gulf Bank, K.s.c. in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GULBKWKWTRO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GULBKWKW |
| Branch code | TRO |
| Bank | Gulf Bank, K.s.c. |
| Branch | Treasury Operations |
| City | Kuwait |
| Country | Kuwait |
The way the Gulf Bank, K.s.c. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GULB 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.
- TRO 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code GULBKWKWTRO?
The code GULBKWKWTRO belongs to Treasury Operations, part of Gulf Bank, K.s.c. in Kuwait, Kuwait. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GULBKWKW instead of GULBKWKWTRO?
GULBKWKW is the main office of Gulf Bank, K.s.c., while GULBKWKWTRO is Treasury Operations. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GULBKWKWTRO.
What do the letters in GULBKWKWTRO stand for?
GULB is the institution code of Gulf Bank, K.s.c., KW is the ISO code of Kuwait, KW is the code for the city or region and TRO identifies the department Treasury Operations.
How long does a transfer to Gulf Bank, K.s.c. take in Kuwait?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Gulf Bank, K.s.c. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Gulf Bank, K.s.c. in Kuwait. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Gulf Bank, K.s.c.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code GULBKWKWTRO, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kuwait is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.