SWIFT/BIC code GULBKWKWVOS
GULBKWKWVOS belongs to Gulf Bank, K.s.c. in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GULBKWKWVOS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GULBKWKW |
| Branch code | VOS |
| Bank | Gulf Bank, K.s.c. |
| Branch | Vostro/Kd Department |
| City | Kuwait |
| Country | Kuwait |
How the Gulf Bank, K.s.c. SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- VOS 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
What bank uses SWIFT code GULBKWKWVOS?
The code GULBKWKWVOS belongs to Vostro/Kd Department, part of Gulf Bank, K.s.c. in Kuwait, Kuwait. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use GULBKWKWVOS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GULBKWKWVOS against the details from Gulf Bank, K.s.c. before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Gulf Bank, K.s.c.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GULBKWKWVOS, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kuwait uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Gulf Bank, K.s.c. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use GULBKWKW instead of GULBKWKWVOS?
GULBKWKW points to the main office of Gulf Bank, K.s.c., while GULBKWKWVOS points to Vostro/Kd Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GULBKWKWVOS.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.