SWIFT/BIC code KCBLRWRWXXX
KCBLRWRWXXX belongs to Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD in Kigali, Rwanda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KCBLRWRWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KCBLRWRW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kigali |
| Country | Rwanda |
How 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.
- 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
What bank uses SWIFT code KCBLRWRWXXX?
KCBLRWRWXXX identifies the headquarters of Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD in Kigali, Rwanda. It is the code to use when a payment to Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD does not need a specific branch.
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 – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD take in Rwanda?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in KCBLRWRWXXX mean?
KCBL is the bank code of Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD, RW stands for Rwanda, RW is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KCBLRWRWXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Rwanda is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Is KCBLRWRW and KCBLRWRWXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. KCBLRWRW is the 8-character version of KCBLRWRWXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Kcb Bank Rwanda LTD in Kigali.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.