SWIFT/BIC code KCBLRWRW164
KCBLRWRW164 belongs to Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD in Rusizi, Rwanda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KCBLRWRW164 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KCBLRWRW |
| Branch code | 164 |
| Bank | Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD |
| Branch | Kcb Rwanda - Rusizi Branch |
| City | Rusizi |
| Country | Rwanda |
The way the Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD 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.
- RW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RW Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 164 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 KCBLRWRW164?
The code KCBLRWRW164 belongs to Kcb Rwanda - Rusizi Branch, a branch or department of Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD in Rusizi, Rwanda. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD in Rwanda?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Rwanda with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of KCBLRWRW164 stand for?
KCBL is the institution code of Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD, RW stands for Rwanda, RW is the location code and 164 is the code of the branch Kcb Rwanda - Rusizi Branch.
Can I use KCBLRWRW instead of KCBLRWRW164?
KCBLRWRW points to the head office of Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD, while KCBLRWRW164 is Kcb Rwanda - Rusizi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use KCBLRWRW164 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KCBLRWRW164, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Rwanda is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.