SWIFT/BIC code KCBLKENX017
KCBLKENX017 belongs to Kcb Bank Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KCBLKENX017 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KCBLKENX |
| Branch code | 017 |
| Bank | Kcb Bank Kenya Limited |
| Branch | Moi Avenue |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Kcb Bank Kenya Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 017 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 BIC KCBLKENX017?
KCBLKENX017 identifies Moi Avenue, a unit of Kcb Bank Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Kcb Bank Kenya Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code KCBLKENX017, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use KCBLKENX instead of KCBLKENX017?
KCBLKENX points to the main office of Kcb Bank Kenya Limited, while KCBLKENX017 points to Moi Avenue. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention KCBLKENX017.
What happens if I enter KCBLKENX017 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check KCBLKENX017 against the details from Kcb Bank Kenya Limited before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Kcb Bank Kenya Limited take in Kenya?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in KCBLKENX017 stand for?
KCBL is the bank code of Kcb Bank Kenya Limited, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, NX is the code for the city or region and 017 is the code of the branch Moi Avenue.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.