SWIFT/BIC code KCBLKENX002
KCBLKENX002 belongs to Kcb Bank Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KCBLKENX002 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KCBLKENX |
| Branch code | 002 |
| Bank | Kcb Bank Kenya Limited |
| Branch | Industrial Area |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Kcb Bank Kenya Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KCBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 002 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 branch is behind SWIFT code KCBLKENX002?
The code KCBLKENX002 belongs to Industrial Area, a branch or department of Kcb Bank Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Kcb Bank Kenya Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Kcb Bank Kenya Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code KCBLKENX002, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use KCBLKENX instead of KCBLKENX002?
KCBLKENX points to the head office of Kcb Bank Kenya Limited, while KCBLKENX002 points to Industrial Area. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use KCBLKENX002 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use KCBLKENX002 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check KCBLKENX002 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of KCBLKENX002 stand for?
KCBL is the institution code of Kcb Bank Kenya Limited, KE stands for Kenya, NX is the location code and 002 identifies the department Industrial Area.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.