SWIFT/BIC code KCBLBIBIXXX
KCBLBIBIXXX belongs to Kcb Bank Burundi Limited in Bujumbura, Burundi.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KCBLBIBIXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KCBLBIBI |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kcb Bank Burundi Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bujumbura |
| Country | Burundi |
How the Kcb Bank Burundi Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KCBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BI Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BI 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 bank is behind SWIFT code KCBLBIBIXXX?
The code KCBLBIBIXXX belongs to the head office of Kcb Bank Burundi Limited in Bujumbura, Burundi. It is the code to use when a payment to Kcb Bank Burundi Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use KCBLBIBIXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check KCBLBIBIXXX against the details from Kcb Bank Burundi Limited before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Kcb Bank Burundi Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Kcb Bank Burundi Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KCBLBIBIXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Burundi uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of KCBLBIBIXXX mean?
KCBL is the bank code of Kcb Bank Burundi Limited, BI stands for Burundi, BI is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Are KCBLBIBI and KCBLBIBIXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. KCBLBIBI is the short version of KCBLBIBIXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Kcb Bank Burundi Limited in Bujumbura.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.