SWIFT/BIC code JKBAJOAMXXX
JKBAJOAMXXX belongs to Jordan Kuwait Bank in Amman, Jordan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JKBAJOAMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JKBAJOAM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Jordan Kuwait Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Amman |
| Country | Jordan |
The way the Jordan Kuwait Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- JKBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AM 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code JKBAJOAMXXX?
The code JKBAJOAMXXX belongs to the head office of Jordan Kuwait Bank in Amman, Jordan. It is the code to use when a payment to Jordan Kuwait Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use JKBAJOAMXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check JKBAJOAMXXX against the details from Jordan Kuwait Bank before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Jordan Kuwait Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Jordan with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Jordan Kuwait Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code JKBAJOAMXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Jordan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of JKBAJOAMXXX stand for?
JKBA is the institution code of Jordan Kuwait Bank, JO is the ISO code of Jordan, AM is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Are JKBAJOAM and JKBAJOAMXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. JKBAJOAM is the short version of JKBAJOAMXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Jordan Kuwait Bank in Amman.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.