SWIFT/BIC code KCBLRWRW163
KCBLRWRW163 belongs to Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD in Huye, Rwanda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KCBLRWRW163 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KCBLRWRW |
| Branch code | 163 |
| Bank | Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD |
| Branch | Kcb Rwanda - Huye Branch |
| City | Huye |
| Country | Rwanda |
The way the Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD 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.
- RW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RW Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 163 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 uses BIC KCBLRWRW163?
The code KCBLRWRW163 belongs to Kcb Rwanda - Huye Branch, part of Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD in Huye, Rwanda. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use KCBLRWRW instead of KCBLRWRW163?
KCBLRWRW is the main office of Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD, while KCBLRWRW163 points to Kcb Rwanda - Huye Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention KCBLRWRW163.
What is the best way to send money to Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD in Rwanda?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Rwanda with specialist providers before you send.
Does Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD in Rwanda, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD.
What does each part of KCBLRWRW163 mean?
KCBL is the bank code of Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD, RW is the ISO code of Rwanda, RW is the code for the city or region and 163 is the code of the branch Kcb Rwanda - Huye Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD in Rwanda?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.