SWIFT/BIC code KCJBKZK1AST
KCJBKZK1AST belongs to JSC 'bank Centercredit' in Astana, Kazakhstan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KCJBKZK1AST |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KCJBKZK1 |
| Branch code | AST |
| Bank | JSC 'bank Centercredit' |
| Branch | Astana Branch |
| City | Astana |
| Country | Kazakhstan |
How the JSC 'bank Centercredit' SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KCJB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- AST 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 SWIFT/BIC code KCJBKZK1AST?
KCJBKZK1AST identifies Astana Branch, a unit of JSC 'bank Centercredit' in Astana, Kazakhstan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has JSC 'bank Centercredit' got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 20 SWIFT/BIC codes for JSC 'bank Centercredit' in Kazakhstan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of JSC 'bank Centercredit'.
What is the best way to send money to JSC 'bank Centercredit' in Kazakhstan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Kazakhstan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of KCJBKZK1AST stand for?
KCJB is the bank code of JSC 'bank Centercredit', KZ stands for Kazakhstan, K1 is the code for the city or region and AST is the code of the branch Astana Branch.
Can I use KCJBKZK1 instead of KCJBKZK1AST?
KCJBKZK1 points to the main office of JSC 'bank Centercredit', while KCJBKZK1AST is Astana Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention KCJBKZK1AST.
How long does it take to send money to JSC 'bank Centercredit'?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.