SWIFT/BIC code GULBKWKWXXX
GULBKWKWXXX belongs to Gulf Bank, K.s.c. in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GULBKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GULBKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gulf Bank, K.s.c. |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- 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 is behind SWIFT code GULBKWKWXXX?
GULBKWKWXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Gulf Bank, K.s.c. in Kuwait, Kuwait. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Gulf Bank, K.s.c..
What happens if I enter GULBKWKWXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GULBKWKWXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Gulf Bank, K.s.c. in Kuwait?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Kuwait with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Gulf Bank, K.s.c. 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 the letters in GULBKWKWXXX mean?
GULB is the bank code of Gulf Bank, K.s.c., KW is the ISO code of Kuwait, KW is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Gulf Bank, K.s.c.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code GULBKWKWXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kuwait uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.